Construction Inspector
Quick Summary
Inspect construction work for conformance with approved plans, specifications, permits, codes, and quality
About the Role
~1 min readWe’re seeking Construction Inspectors of various skill levels across civil and structural, mechanical and plumbing, and electrical disciplines to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure programs including transit (both rail and bus) and transportation projects delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. Your focus will be field verification to confirm that installed work matches approved plans and specifications, document what happens on site every day, and catch problems early on.
This post is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- →Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
- →Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
- →Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement.
- →Ability to work effectively in active construction environments and adapt to changing project priorities.
- →Strong attention to detail and the confidence to raise an issue when the work doesn’t match the drawings.
Requirements
~2 min read- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering technology, civil engineering, or construction engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
- 5+ years of construction inspection experience on transit, transportation, utility, water, aviation, or other heavy civil infrastructure projects.
- Experience inspecting one or more of the following: civil and structural construction (earthwork, grading, drainage, utilities, foundations, concrete, and structures); mechanical and plumbing systems (HVAC, piping, pumps, and plumbing rough-in and finish); or electrical construction (conduit, cable, terminations, grounding, lighting, panels, and power distribution).
- Knowledge of construction means and methods, applicable codes and standards, and materials testing and acceptance practices.
- Experience preparing daily inspection reports, quantity records, and nonconformance documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
- Proficiency with electronic field reporting and document management platforms, such as Kahua, Unifier, e-Builder, or Bluebeam.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Master’s degree in construction management, engineering technology, or related technical discipline.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- Discipline-specific certifications beyond the minimum requirement (e.g., additional ICC certifications, NICET Level III/IV, or advanced NACE coating inspector levels).
- Experience inspecting multiple disciplines or systems (e.g., building, electrical, mechanical, coatings, welding, or utility) on the same program.
- Experience training or mentoring junior inspectors.
- Familiarity with owner’s representative, program management, or construction management inspection procedures and QA/QC requirements.
- Experience with SharePoint-based inspection management systems or other electronic field reporting platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.
What We Offer
~3 min readExpected Salary: $85k-$150k/year ($41-$72/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 4, 2026
- First seen
- September 4, 2026
- Last seen
- September 4, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 60%
- Scored at
- September 4, 2026
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