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What they do
A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.
$66,295 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Inspector Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson $41.00 - $55.00 / hr vision insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Virginia, Herndon 13921 Park Center Rd Ste 140 (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Senior Inspector LinkedIn
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Category Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio
All Locations Herndon, VA
Tracking Code 26520
Position Type Full-Time/Regular
Job Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position summary:
Performs as a principal inspector responsible for the supervision of projects in construction inspection engineering work. Compensation for this position is $41.00 - $55.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is provided at no cost to the employee and provides a beneficial interest in the company. JMT offer a rich benefits package, including: Paid Leave Time
Paid Holidays
Affordable & Widely accepted health, dental and vision insurance
Excellent 401K Retirement Plan
Education Reimbursement program Essential Functions and Responsibilities Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards.
Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues.
Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation and ensure that it accurately details construction progress, activities and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, comply with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance
Prepare, review and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders and estimates.
Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action.
Review, analyze and evaluate contractor schedules.
Track project progress and advises parties of possible overruns, and critical project issues.
Completes analysis of field tests
Attend pre-bid, pre-construction and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with change orders, claim defense, and provide updates to the client construction progress and issues.
Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team. Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent
Strong Computer Proficiency
8+ years of construction inspection experience
Client requested certifications
Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment and materials
Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
Ability to act in an Owner's Agent/Responsible in Charge role
Active driver's license Must successfully complete and pass JMT's motor vehicle screening Qualifications Preferred Client requested certifications
Construction inspection experience
1-2 years of roadway/bridge construction experience
Experience with local clients
Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering Working Conditions Work is performed in the field during the day and night. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. #LI-SS1