Construction Inspector

Are you looking to take your career to the next level? If so, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, is currently seeking a qualified Construction Inspector for our Springfield office. This person will be responsible for the inspection of specific operations on construction job sites for transportation projects. Residing in the greater Springfield area is not a requirement as inspectors generally report to the various project locations.

• Observe and inspect construction projects from beginning to completion, including thorough documentation of daily progress, tracking materials and quantities, sampling and testing materials, maintaining accurate records and general oversight.
• Read and interpret plans, details, specifications, and other contract documents, and recognize/report any deviations from the contract documents.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing and produce reports on soils, aggregates, asphalt, and other materials.
• Maintain clear and effective written and oral communication, answering inquiries as required.
• Attend and conduct meetings to gain insight into the project prior to construction, progress updates, and other project-related meetings.
• Measure and scale distances using competent math skills to provide accurate documentation of work completed.

• Must be able to travel and stay out of town a week at a time as required for on-site observation, inspection, and testing.
• Capable of lifting and handling 50+ pounds.
• Knowledge of typical construction practices, MoDOT and/or KDOT specifications and ability to learn on the job through observation and questioning.
• Ability to work independently and employ efficient time management practices.
• Effective written and oral communication skills to coordinate with owners, landowners, and contractors.
• Disciplined record‑keeping of daily, weekly, and monthly progress.
• Experience working with DOTs and a thorough understanding of their requirements and expectations for projects.

• 2+ years of construction-related experience preferred but not required.
• MoDOT Technician Certification and/or KDOT Certified Inspector Training Program certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain certification.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With 16 offices in 9 states, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.

Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.

At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.

We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V and maintain a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.

Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering