Construction Inspector (North Charleston, SC)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are looking for an experienced Construction Inspector (CI) to perform detailed inspections and ensure quality workmanship and compliance with project requirements. You will provide construction inspection services for the marine construction project to recapitalize Pier Mike at USCG Base knowledge of general construction trades, utilities, and building systems, supported by relevant education, certifications, or hands-on experience.

This position is contingent upon the award of the contract, and the contract duration is four years.

• Conduct daily inspections of construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents, specifications, codes, and quality requirements.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and other technical documents.
• Monitor contractor workmanship and construction progress across multiple trades and disciplines.
• Identify construction deficiencies, quality issues, unforeseen conditions, and non-compliant work.
• Document inspection findings and track deficiencies through completion and corrective action.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports summarizing construction activities, inspection observations, deficiencies, and project conditions.
• Take and organize digital photographs of construction progress and inspection findings with appropriate descriptions.
• Communicate inspection findings, concerns, and recommendations clearly and professionally to contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, project documentation, photographs, and reports throughout the construction process.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, PDF tools, digital photography, and construction management software to complete inspection and reporting requirements.

• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience as a Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager or a minimum of 5 years of experience combined with a four-year college degree in Engineering and/or PE, PMP, or QA/QC certifications obtained within the last 10 years
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings and specifications and understand applicable local and national building codes
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of multiple construction trades, including structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, architectural, and civil
• Knowledge of construction trades demonstrated through previous installation, repair, or inspection experience
• Basic computer and software skills, including the ability to prepare reports using Microsoft Word, PDF, and similar software

Planate Management Group is an Affiant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own;
Personally, and Profession.

• Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K plan eligibility upon hire
• Health and Savings Account plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Offering
• Training and Development
• License/Certification support
• Recognition and Rewards program
• Travel Insurance

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!