Construction Inspector

Job Description

WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering firms, is seeking a Construction Inspector to oversee road, bridge or associated construction projects ranging from $1 to $50 million. The position may be based in Portland, Augusta, or Eliot, ME, or Merrimack, NH.

The inspector will oversee work elements including excavation, back filling, compaction, cast‑in‑place concrete (from formwork to reinforcement), installation of precast elements, bridge seats, bearings, joints, bridge rail, drainage, paving and other incidental items. The inspector reports to the Resident Engineer or their designee.

• Interface with contractor supervisors to determine and monitor daily work.
• Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities.
• Coordinate independent material sampling and testing, or periodically perform the same.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic.
• Take and compile photographs to track daily progress.
• Help 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.

• High School Diploma.
• 5 years of applicable experience.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn how to read plans and specifications, or the aptitude to learn.
• 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.

• Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.
• Average proficiency with MS WORD Suite.
• Hands‑on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD or similar systems; knowledge of Bluebeam.
• ACI, NETTCP certification or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring.
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model and a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life and retirement savings.

WSP USA, and all of its U.S. companies, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, become the property of WSP, which may hire the candidate without fee or compensation to the recruiter.