Construction Inspector

Job Description

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our construction services team! The Construction Inspector will be responsible for monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable codes. This role plays a critical part in maintaining quality, schedule adherence, and public safety throughout construction.

What You'll Do:

• Inspect construction activities related to storm sewer installation, including trenching, bedding, pipe placement, jointing, backfill, and surface restoration.
• Verify materials, workmanship, and construction methods comply with approved plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Observe and document contractor compliance with project safety requirements, traffic control plans, and environmental regulations.
• Perform field measurements, maintain daily inspection reports, and document quantities, progress, and any non-conforming work.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to resolve field issues and clarify construction requirements.
• Identify potential constructability issues and proactively communicate concerns to the project team.
• Witness testing and inspections, including compaction testing, pressure/leak testing, and alignment checks.
• Track and report changes, delays, and field conditions that may impact schedule or cost.
• Maintain accurate records including photographs, logs, and as-built information.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of construction inspection experience, with a strong focus on underground utilities or storm sewer systems.
• Working knowledge of storm sewer construction practices, materials (RCP, HDPE, PVC, box culverts), and installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $26/hr - $38/hr. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.


Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.


EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.


*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.