Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector

Mac Kay Sposito is seeking a Construction Inspector with experience in heavy civil construction. As a Construction Inspector, you will be responsible for physical on‑site observation, documentation, and inspection of construction projects throughout the Vancouver‑Portland metro area to assess and ensure compliance with applicable contract plans and specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.

Experience with asphalt paving, structural concrete, retaining walls, marine terminals, geotechnical construction, contaminated soils, utilities, sanitary sewer systems, and bridge construction is preferred.

• Monitor construction daily for conformance with construction contract documents.
• Observe and report on a variety of work including installation of highway road improvements, underground utilities, traffic and erosion control, and building facilities.
• Review schedules, shop drawings, submittals and schedule of values while consulting with a construction manager.
• Prepare daily reports completely and accurately, documenting all work observed.
• Attend various construction meetings, as required.
• Manage and answer contractor inquiries and issues.
• Communicate and follow up with oral and/or written reports, including pertinent pictures, regarding the progress of the project to the construction manager.
• Responsible for job specific quality assurance tasks.
• Tracking labor and equipment for possible T&M contract work.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree in Engineering Technology or NICET Certification (Construction) preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive inspection experience with city, county, state or federal roadway construction with any of the following experience types:
  • Asphalt paving
  • ADA curb ramps
  • Structural concrete and steel construction
  • Retaining walls
  • Geotechnical Construction
  • Marine construction
  • Underground utilities
  • Highway earthwork
  • Facilities
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to read, understand, and verify implementation of construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Current driver’s license and ability to be insured to drive company vehicles.
• Must be able to walk, lift, carry, stoop, bend, twist, and work outdoors on uneven surfaces routinely. Site visits may include exposure to weather extremes and rough or uneven terrain.

• A people‑first culture – we are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well‑being helps drive our business decisions.
• An excellent reputation – throughout our 50 plus year history, Mac Kay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• A focus on community – Mac Kay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth. Our team members volunteer as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and a host of other volunteer positions and initiatives.

At Mac Kay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first‑rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest and dedicated to their work. We know work isn’t only about who you work for, it is also about what you do and how you do it.

Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible.

We firmly believe in the principle of constructive candor – always providing the client with everything they need to know to make fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed and supportive environment, we’re able to challenge our people to be the best that they can be, and to celebrate every success.