Acceptance Testing, Agriculture, Building Surveying, Civil Engineering, Coaching, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Inspection, Construction Planning, Construction Safety, Construction Support, Consulting, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Driver's License, EEO Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Field Trials, Geotechnical Engineering, Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Materials Testing, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Roadway Construction, Safety/Work Safety, Technical/Engineering Design, Willing to Travel
Construction Inspector
Department: Construction
CEI
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Monroe, MI
Description
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650 professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering, and construction solutions.
Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Construction Inspector to assist with our projects in location
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.
- Monitor contractor operations, safety practices, work quality, and materials placement.
- Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods (FieldManager, FieldBook, AASHTOWare, or similar).
- Conduct measurements, verify quantities, verify materials, and assist with pay item documentation.
- Observe and document testing of materials (e.g., concrete, soils, asphalt) performed by certified technicians.
- Communicate effectively with contractors, clients, and internal MSG staff regarding project progress and issues.
- Assist with change documentation, field sketches, as-built recordkeeping, and punch lists.
- Support project engineers and project managers with field data, photos, reports, and progress updates.
- Ensure compliance with MDOT, local agency, and project-specific requirements.
- Attend progress meetings as needed.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
- 3-10 years of construction inspection experience.
- Experience with roadway, bridge, municipal, and utility construction.
- Familiarity with MDOT specifications, procedures, and documentation standards.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and project manuals.
- Strong communication, organizational, writing, and documentation skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and on active construction sites.
Preferred Certifications (Common for AEC/Transportation Construction Inspection)
Candidates are not required to possess all of these but the more the better-especially for MDOT work.
MDOT-Specific Certifications
- MDOT FieldManager, FieldBook, AASHTOWare Training
- MDOT Construction & Technology (C&T) Courses
- MDOT Density Technician
- Michigan Concrete Field Testing - MCA Level 1
- MDOT Bituminous Asphalt Paving Inspection
- MDOT Aggregate Technician
- MDOT Material Acceptance
Industry Certifications
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I
- NICET Transportation/Highway Construction Inspection Level II or higher
- MDEQ / EGLE Part 91 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control (SESC) - Construction Stormwater Inspector
- OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- Certified Stormwater Operator (CSWO)
- Michigan Certified Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) QA/QC Technician
- Work Zone Safety / ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (preferred)
- Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training (if applicable)
Other Preferred Certifications/Skills
- Proficiency with AASHTOWare, FieldManager, e-Construction tools, or similar documentation platforms.
- Ability to resolve field issues proactively and work independently.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance with HSA option
- Vision
- Dental
- Life
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work.
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment and all employees with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state, and federal laws.