Traveling Sr. Construction Inspector

Job Description Would you like to explore more and take your career to the next level? Join our Traveling Construction Team, where you can embark on new opportunities, develop professionally, and contribute to thrilling projects nationwide.
This position involves travel, and applicants must live within a two-hour radius from one of our offices located in, Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Kentucky, or Michigan.
In this position, you will travel 100% of the time to work on multiple high-profile projects such as transportation, commercial buildings, wind farms, and more in many geographical areas.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys traveling, working on various high-profile projects, and who is looking to take their career to the next level.
What Terracon Has to Offer You! In addition to our robust benefits, our traveling team will receive a Per Diem allowance to assist with travel costs, a monthly cell phone stipend, support for professional development through covering certification costs, and a chance to progress to higher-level positions.
If your passion lies in working on projects that help the community, and if you're interested in belonging to an employee-owned organization that allows us to set our course together and benefit when our hard work creates financial success, then Terracon is your kind of company! General Responsibilities: The Traveling Sr.
Construction Inspector will perform inspection on large, complex and diverse projects requiring expertise and knowledge in multiple areas of construction inspection and oversee the work of other testing and inspection personnel.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Travel to and from projects as they are assigned to you.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects and work cohesively as a team.
Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications.
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.
Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.
May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
Maintains equipment operation and calibration.
Lead, provide direction and may coordinate activities of lower level inspectors.
Performs advanced fieldwork and assists with project management.
Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work.
Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Requirements: 100% Travel Required High school diploma or equivalent.
Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in construction inspection.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Required Certification: Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
At least four or more certifications in the following areas: NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils).
NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist) ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).
Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.
ACI certification* in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I Concrete Strength Testing Technician *ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field and laboratory testing is not required.
Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
** **Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and soils testing is not required.
This position has been categorized as a "Remote Only" position.
“Remote Only” employees do not have a designated workspace at an office, and typically work from another location.
The national standard salary range for this position is $31.
50-$48.
75.
The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant.
Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide.
Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.
Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package.
Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer.
We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.
We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.