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Ulteig
Construction Inspector I
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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
The Opportunity Dream big? You belong here. Ulteig is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Construction Inspector, helping to bring the most impactful transportation and water infrastructure projects in the U.S. from vision to reality. In this exciting role, you'll join our elite Critical Infrastructure Command Team, a talented, traveling team of construction quality professionals helping the most complex infrastructure projects meet quality, regulatory, schedule, and budget milestones, and solving challenges others may shy away from. From bridges and highways to tunnels, dams, and channels, you will be responsible for observing, monitoring, and documenting the work performed in the field by construction and contracting crews, coordinating, and overseeing daily work tasks for a diverse team of field inspectors, all while learning from the best of the best. This position is for those interested in traveling, exploring, and deploying to multi-billion-dollar, transformative projects across the U.S. It requires travel for extended periods of time, approximately 75%-80% of the year, with generous paid allowances for time spent with loved ones. Some working hours will be during evenings, overnight, and weekends. If you want to work on projects with purpose, where you'll build a legacy that will shape communities for generations to come, we want you. What Makes Us Different Seasoned project leadership you can learn from. Focus on your professional development, with lots of opportunities to grow, evolve, and make an impact. Tiered monetary incentives for traveling teams depending on time spent at project sites. Premium per diem. Focus on excellent living conditions and the health and wellness of our traveling team members. Ability to work on the biggest and most complex projects, the ones no one else can do. A team you can count on and grow alongside, built around a code of shared excellence, professionalism, and purpose. What You'll Do As a Construction Inspector on the Critical Infrastructure Command Team, you will report directly to an Ulteig resource manager and/or to the Construction Monitoring Manager of all assigned projects. You'll be part of a team that inspects and documents transformational, high-value transportation and water-related construction projects, in accordance with the owner's requirements and contract documents, and assists the Construction Monitoring Manager in on-site resolution of construction-related issues as they are identified. This will require coordination with construction monitoring and project management teams as needed. Key job duties include, but are not limited to: Observe construction in accordance with project specifications, including asphalt pavement, concrete pavement, bridges, storm and sanitary pipe, waterline pipe, curb and gutter, dry utility installation, signal inspection, and more. Track and report project/construction progress and status Work closely with the owner, project management team, contractor management team, owner's engineers, and utilities Ensure adherence to Safety policies Ensure adherence to the client's Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs Assist project staff in their duties, including change orders and pay item tracking What We Expect from You Minimum of 2 years of Comparable Field Experience 2-4 years of related experience preferred ACI - Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I is mandatory. Certified Welding Inspector certification is preferred Two-year technical degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent preferred Traffic Control Supervisor, Transportation Erosion Control Supervisor, Flagger, ACI or related certifications for Asphalt and /or Concrete preferred Ability to work independently Ability to read and understand construction drawings and construction specifications/manuals Ability to read and understand construction and procurement contracts Ability to read and understand project schedules and Gantt charts Knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office, Project/Primavera, and Procore Familiarity with GIS database systems and applications Strong math skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent time management skills Excellent verbal/written communications Ability to establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with owners' representatives, contractors, vendors, and others on and off the job site Ability to work approximately 75-80% in the field, nights, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. Must be able to obtain a security clearance. As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members. What You Can Expect from Ulteig Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.