Job description
Construction Inspector (Paving)
Who We Are
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
This Opportunity
WSP is currently seeking a Paving Inspector join our expanding northern New England PM/CM Team. The successful candidate will be considered for projects within the primary geography they reside, with opportunities in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of WSP’s Project Management and Construction Management Team that helps our clients solve challenges and deliver projects.
The candidate will possess demonstrated construction documentation experience, understanding of the owner representative role, with the versatility to inspect various work elements, helping observe and report on project quality, progress and safety. This position would report to the resident engineer, or their designee.
Your Impact
- Monitor and inspect construction activities. Supervise junior inspectors.
- Complete or review daily inspector reports, track and calculate quantities, reconcile payment items, review and help compile pay estimates.
- Review and coordinate material sampling, testing and certificate of compliance process.
- Monitor and manage maintenance of traffic. Patricipate in job meetings if requested.
- Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Who You Are
Required Requirements:
- High School diploma
- Minimum 5 years of paving inspection and documentation experience, or a combination of education and multiple years of experience.
- Hands-on knowledge of state transportation agency means and methods, of compiling and maintaining documentation.
- NETTCP or any equivalent State Agency certification for hot mix asphalt, or express an interest in persuing certification
- Have a 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.Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Requirements:
- Associate of Science of Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.
- Hands-on familiarity with Site Manager, Field Manager, APPIA, Doc Express software, or similar platforms for construction management. NETTCP HMA Certification
- Knowledge of construction materials i.e. asphalt, soils and concrete quality assurance methods and procedures.
- Balance of inspection and documentation experience.
- Above average proficiency with MS WORD Suite, Site or Field Manager, APPIA, and Doc Express.
This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.There is a potential of being assigned to projects that are commutable, or those requiring overnight travel. Travel expenses are reimbursable and will discussed with the selected candidates.
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Additional Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Additional Details
- Travel Required: N/A - No travel required
- Job Status: Regular
- Employee Type: Full
- Primary Location: WATERBURY
- All locations: US-ME-Eliot, US-NH-Manchester, US-NH-Merrimack, US-NH-Portsmouth, US-VT-Burlington, US-VT-Waterbury
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded 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.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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