Construction Inspector at Giffels Webster

Detroit, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Inspection, Municipal Infrastructure, Technical Knowledge, Management Skills, Administrative Skills, Construction Process Understanding, Quality Monitoring, Schedule Adherence, Budget Management, Plan Interpretation, Specification Adherence, Daily Reporting, Punch List Processes, Pay Application Review, On-site Representation, Utility Conflict Resolution

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description Giffels Webster has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Inspector to join our team. You will work directly with our Municipal engineering teams to provide construction inspection services to our clients in Southeast Michigan. The qualified candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of related experience with municipal infrastructure construction and inspection. The successful candidate will assist our municipal clients by providing technical knowledge, management and administrative skills in the field and have a thorough understanding of the construction process. You will work with coworkers, clients, contractors and other consultants to monitor construction quality by ensuring projects are in accordance with schedules, budgets, construction plans, engineering specifications and standards. Typical Responsibilities will include: Coordination with office staff, stakeholders, contractors, and material testing firms Prepare inspector daily reports (IDR's) including work items and quantities per MDOT and local requirements Interpret construction plans, details, specifications, and special provisions Participation in punch list processes Assist with contractor pay application reviews Be the on-site representative for the firm Communicate with the project team on a daily basis Assist with utility conflict resolution What we offer: Competitive Salaries Medical/Vision/Dental insurance Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Short-term and long-term disability 401(k) with company match Paid time off: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Birthday Paid Parental Leave Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement Programs Employee Assistance Program Referral Bonus Program Inspection Vehicle Stipend About us: Come join our flexible and dedicated team, which was voted one of the Top Workplaces to work for seven years in a row (2017-2023) by the Detroit Free Press and most recently a Best Places to Work by Crain's Detroit in 2024 and 2025. Giffels Webster has a strong commitment to using multi-disciplinary approaches to making communities better. We are seeking team members who support context-sensitive solutions to project and client needs. If you are looking to put your skills to work with a highly motivated and qualified team, we want to hear from you! Giffels Webster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age disability, veteran or any other legally protected status. Note to Recruitment Agencies: Only direct applicants will be accepted, unless a placement agreement is in place. If no placement agreement is in place at time of candidate submission, no fee will be due and no fee will be paid. Please do not forward resumes to our team members, partners or any company location. Requirements Minimum qualifications High School diploma or technical degree in a related field is preferred Possess a valid driver's license and reliable, insured personal vehicle Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with MDOT experience preferred Ability to interpret technical drawings and contract specifications Attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical and substance testing

Responsibilities

The inspector will monitor construction quality by ensuring projects adhere to schedules, budgets, plans, and specifications, while coordinating with office staff, stakeholders, and contractors. Typical duties include preparing daily reports, interpreting technical documents, participating in punch list processes, and acting as the firm's on-site representative.