Construction inspectors help ensure that buildings, infrastructure, and other projects meet approved plans, building codes, safety standards, and quality requirements. Browse vetted Construction Inspector opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Job availability and compensation vary by location, experience, project type, and employer.
Typical responsibilities include reviewing plans and specifications, inspecting work at construction sites, documenting findings, identifying code or quality issues, and communicating required corrections to contractors and project teams. Inspectors may focus on buildings, transportation infrastructure, utilities, or specialized systems.
Employers commonly look for experience in construction, engineering, building inspection, or a related field. Knowledge of applicable codes and standards, strong attention to detail, clear reporting and communication skills, and the ability to interpret drawings are valuable. Some positions require a relevant degree, professional credentials, specialized certifications, or a valid driver's license; requirements depend on the role and jurisdiction.
Construction inspectors may specialize in areas such as commercial buildings, civil infrastructure, structural work, electrical systems, or quality assurance. With additional experience and qualifications, professionals may pursue senior inspector, lead inspector, construction quality manager, or compliance roles.
Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job requirements, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on positions that match your inspection experience and career goals.
Bridge Inspector/ Engineer - Team Leader
$95K - $115K *
Help us lead bridge inspections and evaluations, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Supervise a team, conduct assessments, and prepare detailed reports to enhance infrastructure integrity...
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community safety through innovative fire protection engineering. This role involves inspecting systems, reviewing plans, and ensuring compliance with safety r...
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QA/QC Manager - Commercial Construction
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for a high-profile commercial construction project. Drive inspections, maintain documentation, and collaborate with stakeholders to uphold standards and...
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$114K - $141K *
Lead quality assurance efforts for a major nuclear project, ensuring compliance with standards and effective implementation of quality management plans. Oversee a dedicated team, manage audits, and dr...
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Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the successful startup and commissioning of complex systems. You'll lead critical activities, collaborate with diverse teams, and uphold the highest standards...
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QA/QC Site Manager - Data Center
$80K - $95K *
Lead quality assurance initiatives for electrical construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Collaborate with teams to develop QA/QC plans, conduct inspections, and...
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$70K - $135K *
Join a team that's leading traffic engineering projects, enhancing transportation solutions for clients. Collaborate with experts to evaluate traffic challenges and implement innovative designs that i...
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Lead impactful traffic engineering projects, collaborating with clients to enhance transportation systems nationwide. Drive innovative solutions while mentoring a talented team dedicated to excellence...
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Drive innovative traffic engineering solutions by leading projects and managing client relationships, enhancing transportation systems and safety through technical expertise and strategic land use pla...
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Oversee field operations and lead teams to ensure project success through effective planning, safety compliance, and workforce management. Drive accountability and promote a culture of continuous impr...
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$101K - $152K *
Lead onsite construction engineering activities, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness across diverse projects. Manage schedules, compliance, and team performance to achieve successful project outco...
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$96K - $144K *
Shape the future of construction engineering by managing onsite activities, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness across diverse projects while leading a team to meet deadlines and compliance standa...
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Capital Improvement Projects Department Manager
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of flood control by managing capital improvement projects, overseeing staff and consultants, and ensuring project success through effective resource management and financial oversight...
2 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Reimagine construction leadership by driving safety, quality, and efficiency on large-scale industrial and data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution while managing re...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading field operations on large-scale industrial and data center projects. Drive safety, quality, and profitability while managing teams and coordinating resources across multipl...
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$92K - $110K *
Help us drive excellence in large-scale industrial and data center projects. Lead field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while managing teams across multiple locations in a fast...
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$80K - $95K *
Optimize field operations for large-scale industrial and data center projects. Lead teams, ensure safety and quality, and manage schedules and costs across multiple sites in a fast-paced environment...
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Manage all aspects of construction sites by ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely completion while collaborating with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders for overall project succes...
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$130K - $140K *
Shape the future of construction project management by providing vital technical and administrative support to ensure the success of Bond funded projects, while collaborating with diverse teams and st...
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Construction Superintendent - Detroit, MI
$80K - $95K *
Build and lead project teams to oversee all field operations for construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery while maintaining strong client relationships and managing resourc...
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Construction Superintendent - Detroit, MI
$80K - $95K *
Lead the future of construction by overseeing multi-family projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timely execution. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver exceptional results in licensed senio...
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Lead cross-functional teams to drive civil projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and documentatio...
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Elevate your career by leading building plan reviews and inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and drive departmental initiatives to...
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Lead the charge in managing complex commercial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. Mentor junior staff while navigating challenges and fostering client relationships...
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Join a dynamic team to oversee building inspections for commercial and residential projects. Utilize your expertise to ensure compliance and support housing programs while traveling locally to meet cl...
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What does a construction inspector do?
A construction inspector checks project work against approved plans, building codes, safety requirements, and quality standards. The role often includes site visits, documenting findings, and communicating issues that need correction.
What qualifications are needed for construction inspector jobs?
Requirements vary by employer and jurisdiction. Many roles seek construction or engineering experience, knowledge of codes and plans, and strong documentation skills. Some require a degree, inspection credentials, specialized certifications, or a driver's license.
Where do construction inspectors work?
Construction inspectors may work on residential or commercial buildings, roads, bridges, utilities, and other infrastructure projects. They can be employed by government agencies, engineering firms, contractors, or inspection and consulting companies.
How can I find construction inspector jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse vetted professional openings on Ladders and review each listing's salary, location, and qualifications. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialization, employer, and region.
What career advancement opportunities are available to construction inspectors?
Experienced inspectors may move into senior or lead inspection positions, specialize in a technical area, or pursue construction quality, compliance, or project oversight roles.