Paving Inspector

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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 New Hampshire's Eastern Turnpike corridor to every major interstate highway and many state routes in northern New England, our local construction management division and inspection team have overseen and inspected thousands of highway paving miles 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!

Job Description WSP is currently initiating a search for a Paving Construction Inspector to help oversee multiple types of urban and rural pavement rehabilitation or preservation projects with construction values ranging from $1–$25 million. This position can be based out of Merrimack, NH;
Portland, Augusta, or Eliot, ME; or Waterbury, VT. The inspector will oversee various work elements including asphalt shimming, milling, reclaiming, filling, compacting, drainage improvements, striping, and other incidental items. The inspector will report to the Resident Engineer and may routinely, or periodically, act as their representative, depending on experience.

• Interfacing with contractors and attending meetings.
• Mentoring or supervising other inspectors on behalf of the resident engineer or project manager.
• Completing daily reports, measuring and calculating unit‑price quantities.
• Coordinating independent material sampling and testing.
• Monitoring maintenance of traffic.
• Taking and compiling photographs for tracking daily progress.
• Exercising responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Required Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 7 years applicable experience
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, design plans, and specifications
• 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
• NETTCP HMA certifications, or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring
• Hands‑on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD, or similar systems; knowledge of Bluebeam
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications, and experience will be considered

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status). The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies: 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, will become the property of WSP, and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.