Substation Quality Inspector II 4P/518

Substation Quality Inspector IIExperience Level: 5+ YearsIndustry: Utilities / Substation / Civil ConstructionLocation: Calera, ALContract: 3 YearsClient: Alabama PowerJob SummaryThe Substation Quality Inspector II is responsible for supporting quality assurance and inspection activities on substation civil and construction projects. This role focuses on field-based inspections, verification of construction activities, and ensuring work aligns with approved plans, specifications, and industry standards.The ideal candidate has strong field experience in surveying, grading, and civil construction, is comfortable working on active job sites, and communicates effectively with construction teams, engineers, and project leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and interpret grading plans, drawings, and soil/geotechnical reportsPerform field inspections to verify construction quality and compliance with project requirementsSupport quality control and documentation activities on substation construction sitesCommunicate inspection findings clearly through written reports and verbal updatesCoordinate with construction crews, survey teams, and project managementUtilize surveying equipment including robotic instruments, GPS, and data collectorsMaintain organized inspection records and field documentationSupport continuous improvement of quality and inspection processesWork from a field office or job site, as requiredRequired QualificationsMinimum 5 years of surveying experience using:Robotic instrumentsGPS systemsData collector instrumentsExperience reading and interpreting grading plans and soil reportsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)Strong oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently as a self-starterStrong organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skillsProficiency with computers and/or iPad for field documentation and reportingAbility to work full-time in a field office or active job site environmentPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience in civil construction, preferably supporting substation projectsFamiliarity with utility construction standards and field inspection practicesWork EnvironmentField-based role on substation construction sitesCombination of outdoor work and field office documentationRequires comfort working in varying site and weather conditions