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.
$95K - $115K *
Optimize project outcomes by managing contract documents, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Drive quality control and safety while enhancing your professional growth...
2 weeks ago
Senior Construction Project Engineering Manager
$100K - $120K *
Transform the construction landscape by leading multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules while guiding a regional team to deliver quality and innovative solut...
3 weeks ago
Senior Construction Project Engineering Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in guiding construction teams through complex transportation projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules while fostering collaboration with stakeholders across the Northern F...
3 weeks ago
Senior Construction Project Engineering Manager
$100K - $120K *
Take ownership of major transportation construction projects by providing technical leadership, ensuring compliance with contracts, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver successful...
3 weeks ago
Senior Construction Project Engineering Manager
$100K - $120K *
Engage in strategic leadership to ensure successful execution of transportation projects, overseeing compliance with budgets and timelines while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project outc...
3 weeks ago
Senior Construction Project Engineering Manager
$100K - $120K *
Drive construction success by leading the execution of transportation projects. Manage CEI teams, ensuring compliance with contracts, schedules, and budgets while enhancing collaboration among stakeho...
3 weeks ago
$79K - $119K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring construction excellence through technical engineering support, compliance with standards, and effective problem resolution across electrical and facilities pro...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in overseeing investigations of fraud and misconduct within a major city agency. Manage a diverse team to ensure integrity and accountability, while collaborating with law enforcement...
2 days ago
$90K - $145K *
Lead the charge in modernizing water facilities through expert surveying. Collaborate with engineers and clients while mentoring junior staff, ensuring project success from planning to delivery in a d...
2 days ago
$80K - $90K *
Explore your engineering expertise in a dynamic role focused on civil projects. Collaborate with a team to tackle diverse challenges, manage projects, and build client relationships, all while deliver...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of electrical projects by leading crews, ensuring quality, and fostering client relationships. Oversee daily operations, manage budgets, and maintain safety standards to deliver succe...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion the execution of electrical projects by leading crews, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to schedules. Foster client relationships and cultivate a skilled workforce to drive project suc...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate quality standards by leading QA/QC initiatives in data center projects. Develop project-specific QA/QC plans, conduct inspections, and ensure adherence to industry standards while training sta...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to quality assurance standards and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee project-specific QA/QC plans while ensuring compliance with electrical standards and specifications. Collabora...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage quality assurance processes for data center projects, ensuring standards and continuous improvements. Collaborate with teams to develop QA/QC plans, conduct inspections, train staff, and delive...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Construction
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading project teams in commercial construction, ensuring quality and efficiency from procurement to project completion. Collaborate with subcontractors and stakeholders to achiev...
4 weeks ago
Principal Geotechnical/CMT Engineer - Northern NJ
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering by managing diverse projects for public and private clients. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and contribute to innovative solution...
6 days ago
Project Manager (Highway Infrastructure)
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence in highway maintenance. This role involves project management, client relations, and continuous improvement, ensuring successful delivery of infrastru...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Highway Infrastructure)
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction across multiple contracts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing p...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Highway Infrastructure)
$85K - $100K *
Manage highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational success and client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in construction and engineering to drive efficiency and innovation across multiple co...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Highway Infrastructure)
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading highway maintenance projects, managing client relations, and driving operational improvements. This role requires a strategic mindset to ensure successful project delivery...
3 weeks ago
$132K - $170K *
Champion the preconstruction phase by leading full-cycle bids, ensuring alignment on cost, scope, and risk. Leverage your expertise to mentor teams and drive strategic pursuits, shaping the future of...
1 week ago
Senior Site Superintendent (Construction)
$150K - $190K *
Lead the future of construction by managing multiple teams and complex projects. Oversee field operations, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets while providing senior-level leadership and mento...
2 weeks ago
MEP - Assistant Superintendent
$80K - $95K *
Oversee MEP systems installation, ensuring compliance and quality standards while leading trade partners. Collaborate with teams through all phases, fostering strong relationships for seamless project...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$89K - $132K *
Engineer innovative solutions in water infrastructure management. Drive policy development, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance stormwater systems. Shape the future of munici...
3 days ago
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.