Lead Construction Inspector

Lead Construction Inspector – Seattle, WA

WSP is seeking an experienced Lead Construction Inspector to oversee a federally funded bridge construction project for a local municipality, including work over I‑5. This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance with WSDOT specifications and managing inspection activities across complex, high‑traffic infrastructure projects.

• Opportunity to lead inspection efforts on high‑profile infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative team environment with strong professional growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Construction Oversight – Perform detailed inspections of bridge construction activities, including structural components, materials, and workmanship.
• Compliance & Leadership – Serve as the lead inspector, supervising and guiding a junior inspector; provide training, feedback, and quality assurance.
• Documentation & Reporting – Prepare daily reports, inspection logs, materials acceptance and compliance documentation; communicate findings to project managers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Safety & Compliance – Monitor construction activities for adherence to safety standards, traffic control requirements, and environmental regulations; coordinate with contractors and agencies to resolve issues promptly; adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 11 years of inspection experience in bridge construction projects.
• Proven experience with major highway projects (preferably I‑5 or similar).
• Strong knowledge of WSDOT specifications and federal construction standards.
• Ability to lead inspection teams and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.
• Experience with federally funded infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with traffic control plans and highway safety protocols.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Certifications in construction inspection or quality assurance (WSDOT or equivalent).
• Washington State Professional Engineer (PE).

Expected Rate: $50.33 – $75.05 per hour. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, paid time off for bereavement, voting, naturalization proceedings, and paid parental leave.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and protected veteran status are protected under applicable law. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.