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Senior Construction Inspector

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Garver

Ridgeland, MS (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/2/2026

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Senior Construction Inspector Garver - 4.1 Ridgeland, MS Job Details 3 days ago Benefits Wellness program Qualifications Public works construction inspection Microsoft Outlook Outdoor work Construction materials quality assurance Quality control within construction industry High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Construction industry experience Driving Construction quality inspections Traditional material testing Aviation Full Job Description Garver has an opening based out of our Ridgeland, MS office for a Senior Construction Inspector whose primary duties will include the inspection and observation of roadway and bridge construction projects. Additional aviation, water wastewater, and utility projects may also be included. This position will be responsible for observing, inspecting, and documenting construction activities and will be under the supervision of the Project Engineer or Manager assigned to a specific project. This position will assist the Project Engineers and Project Managers as needed to ensure that the project is built in accordance with project plans and specifications under which the contract was awarded. Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to: Interacting with clients, contractors, the public, and Garver staff in the course of work Regular use of written and oral communication skills Reading and interpreting data, information, construction plans, project specifications, testing reports, schedules, and other documents Analyzing and solving problems Observing and interpreting situations on construction job sites Performing highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks Working under intense deadlines Perform construction materials testing to verify contract compliance Assuring the quality of contractor's work meets the contract requirements and reviewing any discrepancies with the client's Resident Engineer and/or Garver Project Manager. Prepare daily reports of all construction activities, weather, personnel, materials, and equipment on site. Measure, calculate, and report quantities of work performed to produce progressive pay estimates. Overnight travel Applicants must be capable of considerable physical activity in an outdoor setting including but not limited to light lifting, bending, stooping and climbing, walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, and regularly operating motorized vehicles. All applicants must consent to a background check, drug screen, motor vehicle report as a requirement of employment.
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in construction inspections and materials testing Experience in observing roadway, bridge, airports, water & wastewater facilities, and utility construction projects. High school diploma or equivalent Current and valid driver's license Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel Strong written and verbal communication experience
Preferred Skills:
DOT Inspection & Materials Sampling Certifications AASHTO certifications Certified Concrete Technician (ACI Certification) Traffic Control/Safety training Other testing and inspection certifications Civil 3D and/or MicroStation experience Coursework in Construction Management Possess inspection and/or material testing certifications for DOT projects Experience using AASHTOWare or similar software Grow With Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance. Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com. Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #LI-VR1