Construction Inspector

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. ACMS Northwest is hiring a Construction Inspector to support the ODOT Region 3 ADA project in Jackson County. This is a field-based position where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring construction quality, safety, and compliance. You’ll work closely with contractors and project teams to inspect materials, monitor progress, and uphold public works standards.

Note:

While we are especially looking for candidates based in the Medford / White City area, we welcome applications from qualified individuals located elsewhere in Oregon who are willing and able to travel and work on a Per Diem assignment.

• Provide daily on-site inspection of construction activities.
• Inspect construction materials for quantity, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with contract plans and specifications.
• Participate in project planning by reviewing plans and specifications for clarity and accuracy.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed for both crews and the traveling public.
• Work in the field including in rough terrain, adverse weather, and near heavy equipment or traffic.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, codes, laws, and contracts.
• Perform math calculations associated with the computation or estimation of construction progress, dimensions, quantities and costs.
• Maintain construction records; document daily construction activities and write related reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diversity of construction personnel, equipment operators, supervisors and crews, contractors.
• Remain current with any required certification.

• Minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience.
• Experience inspecting public works construction projects; ODOT-specific experience is highly desirable.
• Proficient in documenting inspections and preparing technical reports.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, construction practices, and survey methods.
• Team‑oriented with collaborative, and committed to quality service.
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments.
• Must be technically savvy, comfortable operating within various software platforms.
• Must have a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a background check.

• ODOT ADA Curb Ramp Certification
• ODOT General Construction Inspector Certification

ACMS Northwest is an Oregon-based, women‑owned construction management and civil engineering firm that provides professional services to public agencies and private‑sector clients. ACMS’ project focus includes all aspects of public and private construction including underground utility installations, green streets, bioswales, industrial projects, wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, roadways/highways, high and low‑rise structures, property condition assessments, floodplain restorations, pavement and drainage improvements, and re‑developments of parks and public spaces.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ACMS is not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies at this time.