Transportation Quality Assurance Inspector

Job Description

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.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder, a long‑standing industry leader in the Puget Sound area, provides Transportation Quality Assurance Inspection and Testing Services to transportation agency clients in Washington State.

• Perform daily construction quality inspection/testing of day/night work operation to confirm the contractor is complying with the requirements of the contract plans and specifications
• Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports, with photos, accurately reflecting the construction progress
• Inspect and document materials acceptance
• Maintain a good working relationship with contractor and client

• Minimum of 4 years of experience on transportation projects (Highway, airport, transit, etc.) required. WAQTC certifications preferred, or ability to get it in 3 months.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I preferred, or ability to get it in 3 months.
• Inspection experience including traffic control, PCC and Asphalt paving, reinforced concrete, earthwork, drainage and striping
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work night/weekends shifts for an extended duration
• Position requires candidate be pro‑active and personable
• Ability to learn quickly and assist with applicable tasks
• Ability to work in a team environment

• $30.39 - $50.72 hr, depending on experience.
• Significant overtime can be expected
• Night shift premium

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

• We support continuing education reimbursements and internal Mentoring Program.

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)