Construction Inspector

We are excited to share that AKS has an opening for a Construction Inspector. This full-time position offers the chance to work closely with our team of Construction Managers, Project Managers, Engineers, and Surveyors. You'll also collaborate directly with on-site contractors and jurisdictional inspectors. As a Construction Inspector, you'll play a key role in the field, ensuring that infrastructure and private development projects are constructed in accordance with approved plans and specifications.

What You’ll Do

• Inspecting and documenting construction progress, including earthwork, utility installation (public and private), concrete work, and paving.
• Reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
• Preparing construction inspection reports.
• Reviewing and verifying field staking for accuracy.
• Managing personal schedule for site visits, meetings, and project deadlines.
• Representing AKS in communication with the contractor, municipal agencies, and clients.
• Measuring and quantifying construction work and materials with an emphasis on documentation.
• Reviewing contractor billing and verifying the accuracy of billed quantities.
• Acting as a liaison between the internal Construction Managers/Project Managers and contractors, clients, and municipal agencies.

Who You Are

• A minimum of 1+ years’ experience in the construction/engineering industry.
• Skilled in organizing, preparing, and maintaining accurate inspection data, reports, and related documentation, both in the field and the office.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical information in both written and verbal formats to contractors, colleagues, consultants, government agencies, and city officials.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction materials, methods, and building processes.
• Working knowledge of public works inspection practices and procedures.
• Comfortable performing basic mathematical calculations.
• You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
• Physically capable of moving about on construction work sites.
• Must have valid OR or WA driver's license and a clean driving record; must be insurable to operate an AKS vehicle.
• Ability to pass a drug test.

Nice to Have

• Associate degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology, or a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Management, or Forest Engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Bluebeam Revu
• Familiarity with applicable laws, standards, and regulations related to construction, inspection, safety, and traffic control.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents.