Special Inspector

As a Special Inspector, you will be responsible for providing various testing and inspections on new and on-going projects to verify compliance with building codes and standards.

Job Responsibilities

Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes, inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)

Perform routine field tests or inspections

Complete structural concrete and reinforcing code and job specification compliance

Read maps, blueprints, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans

Understand structural masonry code and job specification compliance

Determine pre-stressed and post tension concrete tendons, reinforcing code and job specification compliance

Perform inspections of soil, concrete, asphalt, steel and/or wood framing

Determine spray-applied fireproofing code and job specification compliance

Document accurate and detailed field activity/inspections and report findings/diagrams to the clients and supervisors

Communicate daily with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers verbally and electronically

Complete and prepare accurate and detailed field-testing reports on a daily basis

Follow all company safety procedures and policies

Other tasks as assigned

This position offers career advancement such as paid certifications and training.

Qualifications & Skills

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred but not required: AAS or BS in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or related degree

Must be at least 18 years old for entry onto job sites

Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record

2 years of prior field and/or inspections experience

Required: Active ICC Certifications: Masonry, Soils, Spray-Applied Fireproofing, Post-Tension, Concrete, etc. or EI (Engineer-in-Training) licensure

Preferred but not required: Knowledge or certifications in radiation safety, Virginia DOT/Roadway, Earthworks and Concrete certification

Preferred but not required: Active CWI certification

Ability to read and interpret construction documents

Ability to calculate results from construction inspections

Ability to accurately complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figures

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization

Strong written and verbal communication and ability to use technology/computer

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Days and hours vary for this position but are typically Monday-Friday with some weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments

Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions

Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)

You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region

Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required

Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake up to 40lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples, and nuclear density equipment); and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete samples)

Full-Time