Senior Inspector
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Construction
Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure while developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. From ME's Madawaska International Bridge replacement to MA's Green Line Extension to NH's award‑winning Mount Washington Hotel, our local construction management division and inspection team has steadily grown over the past twenty‑five years. Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world?
We are ready for you!
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Highway Resident Engineer to oversee new, replacement, or rehabilitated infrastructure with construction values ranging from $1‑$50 million. This position can be based out of Boston, Worcester, or Chelmsford, MA and Providence, RI.
The resident engineer will manage and oversee various work elements including excavation, back filling, compaction, cast‑in‑place concrete from formwork to reinforcement, MSE walls or similar, guardrail, drainage, overhead sign structures and other incidental items. The resident engineer will report to the Construction Manager or Project Manager and may routinely, or periodically, act as their representative, depending on experience.
- Managing a staff of inspectors and on‑call material technicians or surveyors.
- Daily interface with the contractor, subcontractors and project owner.
- Chairing progress meetings and preparing minutes.
- Reviewing, interpreting construction contract documents; overseeing work for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Reviewing technical submittals and shop drawings for general intent and compliance.
- Anticipating and helping resolve design and construction issues.
- Reviewing contractor's project schedule for general information related to schedule and logic.
- Completing daily reports, measuring, calculating and tracking unit price quantities.
- Leading the contractor's pay requisition development, review and approval process.
- Evaluating potential change orders, making recommendations and leading negotiations; preparing negotiation positions with the owner.
- Monitoring maintenance of traffic for compliance.
- Taking and compiling photographs for tracking daily progress.
- Updating red‑line drawings using Bluebeam.
- Preparing and updating punch lists.
- Coordinating final inspections and preparing final pay estimate.
- Supporting the final closeout process.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct; adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma.
- 11 years applicable experience, including 4 years supervising staff.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; average proficiency with MS Word Suite.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Associate of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field;
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field. - ACI or NETTCP certifications, or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring.
- Hands‑on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD or similar systems; knowledge of Bluebeam.
- Demonstrated supervisory skills.
- Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered.
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
Expected Salary: $78,200 ‑ $136,730
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 unrelated to an applicant’s sex or other…
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