Construction Inspector

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level! Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

As a Construction Inspector, you will perform general construction inspection tasks to verify compliance standards, codes, ordinances, zoning regulations, as well as contract plans, specifications, and special provisions. Projects will consist of bridges, roadways, and environmental components for these services.

This position is available in the Northern Virginia, Richmond, Lynchburg, Christiansburg, and Hampton Roads areas of VA.

• Inspects and monitors construction sites and the various work activities on these sites to verify adherence to standards, codes, and specifications.
• Prepares daily reports documenting inspections and other relevant project information.
• Verifies lines and grades of project improvements.
• Coordinates and performs field testing of materials associated with inspection as required.
• Implements quantity calculations for pay estimates.
• Performs analytical calculations such as basic earthwork, grading, profiles, and special staking procedures.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with contractor, owner, and project stakeholders as directed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in the field or trade‑related training in a design, construction inspection, construction materials engineering/testing, or other construction related field.
• Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection and field testing of construction materials.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently.
• Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.
• Familiarity with use of PC‑based computer systems and/or tablet systems.
• Current/valid State Driver's License required with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint/background check.
• Construction field materials testing certifications, e.g., Asphalt, concrete, workzone, pavement marking, environmental, etc.

• Associate degree or equivalent including courses in related work type.

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross‑disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem‑solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.

Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we have a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with…