Chief InspectorCHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a
Chief Inspector to join our
Construction Inspection Team in
Columbia, SC. In this role, you will lead inspection efforts across complex infrastructure projects, partnering closely with clients, contractors, and project teams to ensure work is executed in alignment with design intent, regulatory requirements, and quality expectations from start to finish.
What You'll Do:- Lead construction inspection activities for large, complex infrastructure projects, ensuring work conforms to contract documents, plans, specifications, and approved submittals
- Serve as the primary construction-phase liaison for clients, coordinating with owners, contractors, designers, and regulatory agencies
- Monitor contractor quality control efforts and verify compliance with approved quality control plans
- Identify nonconforming work and evaluate proposed corrective actions, recommending acceptance or rejection as appropriate
- Review and verify contractor payment applications, quantities, change orders, and proposals to support accurate progress payments
- Prepare clear, comprehensive inspection reports and maintain complete project records in accordance with company, client, and regulatory requirements
- Chair construction meetings and support project administration, including schedules, documentation, and constructability reviews
- Mentor and oversee inspection staff, coordinating workloads and reinforcing accepted standards, procedures, and best practices
What You Bring:- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of related construction observation experience required
- Strong knowledge of construction industry with the ability to interpret client contracts
- Proven ability to analyze complex construction issues and recommend effective resolutions
- Knowledge of building codes and zoning ordinances
- Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong communication and mathematics skills
- Ability to coordinate workload of inspection project staff with the willingness to train entry level staff
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
- NICET Level III certification preferred
- Valid driver's license required; extensive travel may be required
Why You'll Love It Here:- Lead and engage in diverse fieldwork, tackling complex technical challenges and hands-on problem-solving across active construction sites
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment with flexibility and opportunities for local and occasional travel
- Be part of a team dedicated to strengthening transportation infrastructure-roads, bridges, railways, and more-across communities
Curious about the impactful work our Construction Inspection team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.
Salary Range:$37.50 - $50.00
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
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