Construction Inspector​/Tester

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Construction Inspector/Tester for our Detroit, Michigan office. Be involved in projects with our CM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenge

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for single, multi-phase, or multi-site field inspection activities.
• Perform inspections on projects of moderate to increased complexity and/or scope, including proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction or operating permits.
• Follow standard practices to provide technical assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, highways, roads, bridges, materials, structures, infrastructure, equipment, and/or mechanical systems according to design standard specifications.
• Act as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for projects of a moderate/large scope and complexity within a district.
• Perform an initial check during the first phase of construction and follow-up inspections throughout the construction project; at completion, perform a final, comprehensive inspection and provides written and oral feedback related to their findings.
• Verify load calculations, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications; resolving differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Monitor project phasing plans and contractors' work to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute inspection work; occasionally leading tasks and inspection staff for technical or field assignments on project work.
• Calculate payments due to contractors for work completed.
• Write technical reports summarizing inspection findings and conclusions; generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using photographs, sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, technical drawings, flow diagrams, 2D/3D illustrations, and reports.
• Assist technical staff, project managers, and contractors with risk identification and assessment, offering input, analysis, escalation, or resolution with construction, mitigation, and improvement activities for more intricate and involved construction or engineering problems.
• Provide guidance and training to entry‑level inspection/testing staff. Remain current in latest inspection, testing and construction knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• 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.
• Perform testing operations including but not limited to; density, HMA field sampling and concrete field testing.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection and testing experience.
• Essential professional certification(s) including MDOT Density, Concrete Level 1 Field Testing and MDOT HMA Sampling
• Valid state driver's license.
• Intermediate knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Intermediate knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of construction inspection principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
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