Construction Inspector

This Opportunity

WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. From VT's Missisquoi Bay Bridge replacement to MA's Green Line Extension to NH's award-winning Mount Washington Hotel to miles of pavement preservation throughout northern New England, our local construction management division and inspection team has steadily grown over the past twenty-five years.  Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world. We are ready for you!
 

WSP is currently initiating a search for a  Construction Inspector to help oversee road, bridge or associated construction with construction values ranging from $1-$50 million. This position can be based out of Portland, Augusta or Eliot, ME, or Merrimack, NH .
 

The inspector depending on experience will oversee various work elements from excavation, backfilling, compaction, cast-in-place concrete from formwork to reinforcement, installation of precast elements, bridge seats, bearings and joints, bridge rail, drainage, paving and other incidental items. The inspector will report to the Resident Engineer, or their designee.
 

Your Impact

• Interfacing with contractor's supervisors to determine and monitor daily work.
• Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities. 
• Help coordinate independent material sampling and testing, or periodically perform the same.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic.  
• Take and compile photographs, for tracking of daily progress.
• Helping update red-line drawings using Bluebeam. 
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
   

Who You Are

Required Requirements: 

• High School Diploma 
• 5 years applicable experience
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn how to read plans and specifications, or the aptitude to learn.
• Have a valid driver's license. 
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
   

Preferred Requirements:  

• Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.