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.
Vehicle Inspection Station Manager - Nothern NJ
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Optimize station operations and customer service while leading a dedicated team. Ensure compliance, manage workflow, and maintain a safe environment. Engage with staff and customers to enhance perform...
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$75K - $90K *
Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing laboratory testing, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality rep...
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$70K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to support project execution, ensuring profitability and schedules are met. Collaborate with project managers and superintendents to resolve conflicts, manage documentation, and ma...
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Certified Weld Inspector/Instructor/Engineer
$85K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as a welding expert, leading inspection and training efforts. You'll ensure quality standards while mentoring employees to enhance their welding skills and contribute to continuous...
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Superintendent - Bridges & Highways
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by leading large-scale civil construction projects. Oversee operations, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with teams to drive project success in the road, highway, and br...
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Superintendent - Bridges & Highways
$80K - $95K *
Transform large-scale civil construction projects by leading teams, ensuring safety, and driving efficiency from start to finish. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver multi-million-dollar road, hi...
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Superintendent - Bridges & Highways
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing large-scale civil construction projects, ensuring safety compliance, effective coordination with teams, and adherence to schedules and budgets while managing onsite perso...
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$95K - $143K *
Join us in overseeing quality control for a large federal project, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Lead a dedicated team, manage inspections, and engage with stakeholders to uphold...
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$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and assessment of hydropower and dam projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions while ensuring safety and com...
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$90K - $110K *
Drive innovative engineering solutions for hydropower and dam projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, assess, and rehabilitate hydraulic structures, ensuring safety and efficienc...
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$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of hydropower by designing and assessing dams and hydraulic structures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions while ensuring safety and...
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Chief Engineer Building Maintenance / Miami Beach
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining a high-rise condominium's safety and efficiency. Oversee maintenance operations, manage staff, coordinate vendors, and ensure compliance with regulations wh...
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$88K - $136K *
Join a team that enhances critical infrastructure by leveraging your bridge engineering expertise. Collaborate with professionals on diverse projects, conduct inspections, and contribute to designs th...
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Civil Project Manager - Municipal
$83K - $155K *
Transform your career as you manage complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective budget management, while leading initiatives in the municipal infrastructure sector across a key region...
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$85K - $100K *
Transform the building envelope industry with expert evaluations, investigations, and collaborations. Engage in failure analysis and provide impactful solutions, combining technical prowess with stron...
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Construction Manager - Mission Critical
$110K - $130K *
Engineer mission-critical construction projects by leading teams and ensuring high-quality, timely, and budget-compliant delivery, while coordinating closely with clients and stakeholders to exceed ex...
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Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader
$83K - $124K *
Build innovative engineering solutions by collaborating on design calculations, technical reports, and project specifications. Contribute to diverse projects, leveraging technical expertise to ensure...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead and manage construction projects, ensuring adherence to design, budget, and schedule while collaborating with clients and teams to achieve successful outcomes in Mechanical and Plumbing scopes, p...
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$84K - $126K *
Contribute to project success by managing field coordination, overseeing testing, and maintaining key documentation. Impact project execution through effective communication and relationship-building...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by supporting project management from design to closeout. Collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality while enhancing your skills in construction administratio...
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Manage project execution from design to closeout, ensuring compliance and quality in construction administration. Collaborate with teams on healthcare, education, and public sector projects, driving e...
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$84K - $113K *
Transform your career with a dynamic role in project engineering, where you'll manage field coordination, ensure quality compliance, and collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful project outc...
2 weeks ago
$130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing complex construction projects, ensuring high-quality execution from conception to delivery while managing diverse teams and fostering strong client relationships across v...
Reposted 1 month ago
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Drive the future of municipal infrastructure by managing engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring effective planning, design, and implementation while collaborating with teams and...
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Capital Project Manager IV (In-Plant)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of diverse engineering projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while optimizing facility operations. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on time and within budget...
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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.