Construction Inspector

ms consultants, inc.

Youngstown, Cleveland or Akron, OH

We are seeking a motivated Construction Inspector who has experience overseeing the day-to-day operations of construction projects from start to finish.  The project location for this role is in the Akron/Cleveland area. Relevant experience would include technical construction projects, including water/wastewater treatment facilities, sanitary and storm sewers, waterlines, asphalt, and concrete.

We provide services for transportation, water, architecture, and energy infrastructure projects. Our years of experience allow us to guide contractors in constructive ways, expedite decisions in the field, promote project savings, and timely completion for the benefit of our clients.

As the Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• Performing Resident Representative duties, including full-time on-site inspection for both short-term and long-term assignments.
• Assist in administering the terms of the construction contract, including processing submittals and managing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and schedules.
• Documenting construction progress in accordance with the  contract specifications, including detailed field reports and logs of RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation, including permits, specifications, and contractor pay requests.
• Acting as a liaison between contractors, design professionals, and clients, ensuring clear communication and resolution of issues as they arise.
Coordinating with regulatory agencies, consultants, and clients to secure necessary approvals and permits.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required
• Familiarity with basic construction processes including the ability to read and interpret project plans, contract specifications, apply mathematical formulas and engineering principals
• Experience with State and Municipal construction and materials specifications
• Experience in commercial, public works, or roadway projects
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team including leadership qualities to motivate and inspire others
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Goal oriented with a can-do attitude
• Must be an exceptional communicator both written and verbal
• Experience with Microsoft Office products

Educational Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Engineering Technology
• ODOT, APWA, or NICET Certifications, or equivalent, are preferred.

We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.

 

As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.

 

We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select position, depending on the role and work requirement.

 

By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.

 

Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.

 

We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.

 

ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.