Civil Inspector, Airports

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Civil Inspector to join our team for civil/airfield construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in civil construction inspection, a strong understanding of airport infrastructure, and a commitment to ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Inspector will be responsible for monitoring the contractor’s quality control and contract compliance for projects of various size and scope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and monitor civil construction activities, including earthwork, paving, drainage, and utility installations, to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Conduct quality assurance (QA) inspections for airport construction projects.
• Identify and document non-compliant installations for corrective action by the contractor.
• Verify materials, methods, and workmanship meet industry standards and project requirements.
• Interface and assist with oversight of sub-consultants performing 3rd party inspections or testing or other services.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, documenting progress, issues, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to resolve construction-related issues.
• Act as a liaison between contractor and stakeholders for notification and coordination of work that will interrupt normal operations.
• Maintain familiarity and working knowledge of contract submittals, RFIs, changes and other project related elements.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and specifications, local building codes, and environmental standards.
• Monitor safety practices on-site and report any violations or hazards.
• Assist in reviewing construction plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved safety and security plans during all phases of construction and report any violations or hazards.
• Assist in monthly assessment of contractor progress and as-built documentation for progress payments.

Seeking Candidates with the following qualifications:

• Post-secondary education is preferred. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years’ demonstrable experience in civil construction inspection or minimum of ten years working in electrical construction industry.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and airfield specifications is preferred.
• Willing to pursue and obtain certifications and credentials related to position.
• Any TDOT certifications, ACI, OSHA Construction Safety and First Aid.

Seeking candidates that possess the following skills:

• Proactive self-starter with the initiative to act on assignments with minimal oversight.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret construction documents/standards and codes and be able to apply them to ongoing installations.
• Effective and timely verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in a timely and effective manner in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and other team members.
• Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Computer literacy with working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office suite programs. Experience with cloud-based construction management software and PDF editing software is a plus.
• Detail oriented and well-organized.

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based role with exposure to outdoor conditions, including weather and construction site hazards.
• May require occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project schedules.
• Must be able to obtain airport security badge.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $41.68 - $72.93

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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