Seasonal Inspector - Heavy Civil Construction

PE Services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Seasonal Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services team for the construction season. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects.

As a Seasonal Inspector, you will work full-time during the active construction season, typically from May to October with flexible start/end dates.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting infrastructure projects from the ground up—literally. Whether it’s providing project documentation, material testing, or ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards, your technical expertise will help shape the roads and bridges that keep our communities moving. The person in this role will also act as the first line of contact with our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site sampling and testing of material such as soil compaction, aggregate, and concrete.
• Complete detailed records of inspections and test results for project documentation and historical reference.
• Perform and verify field measurements of completed tasks on the projects for reports, records, and payment.
• Read and interpret plans and specification.
• Input data from tests and inspection into the project database and generate reports for clients.
• Conduct regular calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.
• Regularly communicate with the lead inspector, contractor, and stakeholders to ensure project quality.
• Actively participate in the project and foster relationships with the project team.
• Function as a Client Representative; keep in touch with past and current project staff and contacts.

Required Qualifications:

• A strong understanding of math and science
• Knowledge of construction safety principles
• Familiarity with surveying and mapping techniques
• Strong listening, speaking, and writing skills
• The ability to think critically, troubleshoot operations, and provide meaningful feedback
• A valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant construction experience

This role will pay between $32-$40 an hour based on skills and experience. You will also be eligible for Paid Time Off.

We believe our people are our greatest asset and foster a culture of continuous growth, professional development, inclusion, and collaboration—bringing professionalism and excellence to every project we deliver.