CHA Consulting, Inc.

Senior Inspector

CHA Consulting, Inc.$77K — $93K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred in a related field
  • Minimum of 7 years of construction observation experience
  • Strong understanding of construction techniques and industry standards
  • Ability to work independently on complex projects and guide entry-level staff
  • Excellent communication and strong mathematics skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Valid driver's license; extensive travel may be required
  • Preferred certifications include ACI and SCDOT Earthwork and Concrete Roadway

Responsibilities

  • Monitor construction projects for compliance with plans and quality standards
  • Review construction documents and verify material and work requirements
  • Document field observations and support payment verification processes
  • Identify and evaluate nonconforming work; recommend corrective measures
  • Coordinate with owners, contractors, and authorities on-site
  • Prepare reports and maintain project records accurately
  • Lead project meetings and mentor junior inspectors

Benefits

  • Lead impactful construction quality and safety initiatives
  • Advance your career in a collaborative, mission-driven environment committed to excellence
Full Job Description
Senior Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection Team in Columbia, SC. In this position, you will play a critical role in evaluating construction work, resolving field issues, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. This opportunity allows you to apply your expertise on complex transportation projects while supporting junior inspectors and collaborating closely with project teams to deliver safe, reliable infrastructure.

What You'll Do:

  • Monitor construction of transportation infrastructure projects to ensure full compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards
  • Review drawings, submittals, and construction documents; verify materials, methods, and work sequences meet requirements
  • Document field observations, measurements, and computations to determine acceptability of completed work and support progress payment verification
  • Identify nonconforming work, evaluate proposed corrective measures, and recommend acceptance or rejection
  • Coordinate daily with owners, contractors, and local authorities; serve as the primary on-site contact for construction-related issues
  • Prepare clear daily reports, maintain accurate project records, and support QA testing, surveys, and constructability reviews
  • Lead project meetings, guide administrative documentation, and mentor entry-level inspectors to support successful project delivery


What You Bring:

  • High School Diploma required; Associate's degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
  • Minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience required
  • Strong understanding of construction techniques, contract documents, and industry standards with the ability to interpret client contracts
  • Ability to work independently on complex projects as well as collaboratively within a team; willingness to guide entry level staff
  • Excellent communication skills and strong mathematics skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Valid driver's license required; extensive travel may be required
  • ACI and South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Earthwork and Concrete Roadway certifications preferred


Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Lead with impact by ensuring construction meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability
  • Advance your career in a collaborative, mission-driven environment committed to excellence

Curious about the impactful work our Construction Inspection team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$37.00 - $45.00

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.

#LI-LH1

About CHA Consulting, Inc.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company offers services in the areas of transportation, water resources, environmental, facilities, and energy. CHA Consulting, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Albany, New York. The company has more than 1,400 employees and operates offices across the United States and Canada.
Learn more about CHA Consulting, Inc.
Size
1,400 employees
Industry
Founded
1952

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at CHA Consulting, Inc.

More Transportation Jobs

Find similar Senior Inspector jobs: