**This Opportunity** At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future! WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Construction Inspector** for our **Virginia Beach, VA** office and located in the **Norfolk, VA area.** **Your Impact** Duties and Responsibilities: + Inspect and review work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications including roadway, bridge, paving, drainage, electrical, ITS to ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, standards and codes + Ability to interpret roadway and bridge plans, building plans, specifications, and contracts + Monitor, observe, and report on field quality control and quality assurance for materials testing activities and/or conduct routine field tests on construction materials such as slump test, air content test, and compaction tests + Keeps detailed records of contractor’s performance and progress. + Measure and record material placed for periodic contractor payments + Conduct “receiving inspections” when material is delivered to the Project to verify that the materials received by the Contractor are accompanied by documentation noted by the source of supply and are in conformance with the Contract Documents, + Creates/maintains daily inspection reports and project documentation and/or logs that describe number of employees on a job site, amount of work performed and materials used, weather conditions, accidents on the job site and equipment use. + Utilize construction management software such as AASHTO’s Field Manager, ProCore, or Primavera Contract Manager, etc. Recognizes construction problems and applies standard techniques and procedures to solve the problem + May recommend field changes to drawings and specifications + Ability to work as a team member without close supervision + Maintains daily contact with client and contractors to discuss construction activities + May attend construction meetings with client and contractors. + Work in various weather conditions and terrains and will be available nights, weekends, and holidays as needed + Other duties as assigned **Who You Are** Minimum Qualifications: + High school graduate or possession of a State high school equivalence certificate + 7 years of experience in inspection or highway and/or building construction + Full VDOT Certification + OSHA 10 and E&S Certifications + Working knowledge of state and federal safety, environment guidelines and regulations. + Must have and maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with WSP USA Inc. Human Resources policy + Proficient in math and English and possess very good written and verbal communication skills + Working skill in operating computer equipment, software programs and field inspection equipment; read and interpret roadway plans and contract specifications; maintain detailed records, and communicate effectively with agency, contractor personnel and the public. + Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures + Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies + Ability to lift 50 lbs. + Valid driver's license required and must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening + Dependable transportation is required. + Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies Preferred Qualifications: + Prior experience with VDOT and/or Locality recommended. + Active construction management Certifications (or ability to acquire) including Concrete, Asphalt, Fall protection and confined space training, OSHA Safety, Work Zone Traffic Control (intermediate level) and flagger certification, DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspection and DEQ Stormwater. + Other specialty certifications may include WACEL, ICC, NICET, NACE, and CMIT (Construction manager in training) are a plus. + Interstate construction/inspection experience **About WSP** WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:** WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.