Ulteig Engineers Inc

Lead Construction Inspector

Ulteig Engineers Inc • $79K — $107K *
Norfolk, VA 23503In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years' experience in heavy civil construction inspection
  • DOT, ACI, or related certifications for Asphalt and/or Concrete preferred
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently or as a team
  • Openness to innovate and apply new technology and AI solutions
  • Authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Support engineers as assistant project team leader
  • Perform engineering calculations and analysis
  • Ensure projects finish on time and within budget
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff
  • Coordinate daily tasks among field inspectors

Benefits

  • Flexible Workplace
  • Employee Ownership
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Collaborative Environment
  • Innovative Culture
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Lead Construction Inspector, helping to bring the most impactful transportation and water infrastructure projects in the U.S. from vision to reality. In this exciting role, you'll join our elite Critical Infrastructure Command Team, a talented, traveling team of construction quality professionals helping the most complex infrastructure projects meet quality, regulatory, schedule, and budget milestones, and solving challenges others may shy away from. From bridges and highways to tunnels, dams, and channels, you will be responsible for observing, monitoring, and documenting the work performed in the field by construction and contracting crews, coordinating, and overseeing daily work tasks for a diverse team of field inspectors, all while learning from the best of the best. This position is for those interested in traveling, exploring, and deploying to multi-billion-dollar, transformative projects across the U.S. It requires travel for extended periods of time, approximately 75%-80% of the year, with generous paid allowances for time spent with loved ones. Some working hours will be during evenings, overnight, and weekends.

If you want to work on projects with purpose, where you'll build a legacy that will shape communities for generations to come, we want you.

What You'll Do

As a Lead Construction Inspector on the Critical Infrastructure Command Team, you'll:
  • Provide support to the engineers and act as an assistant construction project team leader and manager with assigned responsibility for the coordination, execution, and construction management of engineering projects.
  • Perform calculations using engineering formulas and skills.
  • Assist with analysis for the development and implementation of engineering and construction-related services.
  • Assist with other field staff and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Supervise and mentor less experienced staff and/or technical support, and help to hold team members accountable to the Critical Infrastructure Command Team's high standards.

What We Expect from You
  • 5 years of related experience in heavy civil construction inspection required
  • DOT, ACI, or related certifications for Asphalt and/or Concrete preferred
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Superior interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Self-motivated; able to work independently and with a project team
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture
  • Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:
  • Flexible Workplace
  • Employee Ownership
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Collaborative Environment
  • Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive, whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $38.00 - $51.50 per hour
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About Ulteig Engineers Inc

Ulteig Engineers is a leading engineering and technical services firm that delivers comprehensive and integrated services to clients in the power, transportation, oil and gas, and water markets. The company provides engineering, surveying, and consulting services to clients across the United States. Ulteig Engineers has a team of over 800 professionals who are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. The company is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, and has additional offices in Minnesota, Colorado, and Iowa.
Learn more about Ulteig Engineers Inc
Size
800 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$150 million
* Ladders Estimates

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