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CHA Solutions lists this Senior Inspector opportunity in columbia, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Elevate Construction Outcomes as a Senior InspectorAre you a seasoned construction professional known for sound judgment and a commitment to getting it right? Do you thrive in field environments where your leadership and technical expertise directly influence project outcomes?CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking two Senior Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection Team in Columbia, SC. In this position, you will play a critical role in evaluating construction work, resolving field issues, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. This opportunity allows you to apply your expertise on complex transportation projects while supporting junior inspectors and collaborating closely with project teams to deliver safe, reliable infrastructure.What You'll Do:Monitor construction of transportation infrastructure projects to ensure full compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standardsReview drawings, submittals, and construction documents; verify materials, methods, and work sequences meet requirementsDocument field observations, measurements, and computations to determine acceptability of completed work and support progress payment verificationIdentify nonconforming work, evaluate proposed corrective measures, and recommend acceptance or rejectionCoordinate daily with owners, contractors, and local authorities; serve as the primary on-site contact for construction-related issuesPrepare clear daily reports, maintain accurate project records, and support QA testing, surveys, and constructability reviewsLead project meetings, guide administrative documentation, and mentor entry-level inspectors to support successful project deliveryWhat You Bring:High School Diploma required; Associate's degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferredMinimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience requiredStrong understanding of construction techniques, contract documents, and industry standards with the ability to interpret client contractsAbility to work independently on complex projects as well as collaboratively within a team; willingness to guide entry level staffExcellent communication skills and strong mathematics skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Valid driver's license required; extensive travel may be requiredACI and South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Earthwork and Concrete Roadway certifications preferredWhy You'll Love It Here:Lead with impact by ensuring construction meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainabilityAdvance your career in a collaborative, mission-driven environment committed to excellenceSalary Range: $37.00 - $45.00Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.Culture/EEO Statement:At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Worksite address
columbia, SC, 29201, US
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