Construction Inspection Specialist (Flex Staff)

Construction Inspection Specialist (Flex Staff)

CDM Smith is looking for Inspectors to provide independent, professional construction inspection and oversight of federal construction projects. This is a pipeline requisition for future projects. The Construction Inspection Specialist documents inspection findings and communicates issues to project leadership. The role requires applying broad professional knowledge of construction practices to meet client needs, clearly communicating project progress and issues to diverse functional teams and project leadership, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully, safely, and in compliance with applicable requirements. Work is performed independently under limited supervision.

Job Duties :

• Conducts on-site inspections of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects as well as related civil structures to verify compliance with approved design specifications, industry standards, safety codes, and applicable federal regulations.
• Documents inspection results inclusive of deficiencies, deterioration, structural condition, deviations between design and execution of construction, required corrective actions and any needed sampling.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and material certifications in coordination with engineers and project management teams.
• Monitors construction progress, prepares and maintains detailed daily reports, deficiency notices, project status reports, and technical recommendations.
• Inspects and verifies construction materials and testing processes to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Oversees and coordinates field construction related services on projects, enforcing adherence to safety, environmental, quality control, and permitting requirements.
• Conducts site investigations, reviews relevant data including maps, reports, test results, drawings and others as required.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings, design reviews, technical assessments, safety meetings, and project closeout / punch list activities.
• Ensures compliance with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc. and delivers technical files and other technical documentation as required.
• Develops, trains, and mentors junior construction professionals, provides technical direction, and serves as a liaison between contractors, engineering staff, and client.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

EEO Statement :

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Skills and Abilities :

Pay Range Minimum : $27.30 Pay Range Maximum : $54.60

Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options : Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the field locations.

Driver's License Requirements : An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities.