Inspector
Company: Professional Engineering Consultant
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At
Professional Engineering Consultants (PEC), we are dedicated to
providing innovative solutions and exceptional services across
various construction industries in both the public and private
sectors. We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to
join our team and contribute to our mission of creating sustainable
and impactful solutions for our clients and communities. At PEC, we
pride ourselves on fostering a positive work culture that values
the well-being of our employees. Our supportive environment
encourages collaboration, respect, and professional growth. We
offer a vibrant team atmosphere and comprehensive benefits
packages. We are seeking a driven and enthusiastic individual to
join our Inspection team. In this role, you will be responsible for
ensuring project compliance with contract documents and applicable
regulations/codes throughout the construction process. This is a
fantastic opportunity for someone with 5 years of experience
(municipal utility plant and/or KDOT transportation inspection
experience preferred) in our Wichita Field Services Office location
or the Dodge City, Kansas area to make a significant impact and
grow their career with us. Position Summary: The Inspector position
will perform construction inspection services on various types of
construction projects to ensure project compliance with contract
documents and applicable regulations/codes. Inspection projects
involve various types of construction including site civil land
developments, roadways, bridges, airport infrastructure, grading,
asphalt/concrete paving, underground utilities, water/wastewater
treatment plants, storm drainage, intersection improvements,
sidewalks, multi-use pathways, traffic signals, etc. Inspection
projects may include other components within the disciplines of
architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental,
and/or industrial, etc. Inspection projects may include new
construction work, maintenance work, rehab work, renovation work,
and/or repair work for various types of clients including
municipalities, State DOTs, airports, turnpike associations,
private developers, private corporations, etc. Duties and
Responsibilities: - Review project plans, specifications, contract
documents, approved submittals and shop drawings, geo-tech reports
and any other applicable project reporting prior to start of
construction to gain clear understanding of project - Ensure all
materials and equipment being incorporated into the project have an
approved submittal or shop drawing prior to being installed on
project - Monitor and ensure that project construction activities
are being performed, and materials/equipment being incorporated
into the project are compliant with the project plans,
specifications, contract documents, approved submittals & shop
drawings, geo-tech reports, and applicable regulations/codes -
Notify the contractor and Project Engineer or Project Manager of
non-conforming work - Prepare and maintain daily inspection
reports, utilizing established reporting format, for the
construction activities inspected - Prepare and maintain weekly
inspection summary reports, utilizing established reporting
formats, for the week’s construction progress on the project -
Measure and track completed quantities and installed pay items,
utilizing established tracking methods (including Excel spreadsheet
templates) or creating quantity tracking methods or Excel
spreadsheets as necessary. Perform computations with formulas, plot
data and draw simple curves/graphs as necessary. Verify plan
quantities - Track and document contractor contract time through
established reporting format - Take photographs (pre-construction,
during construction, post-construction) of the project construction
progress, site conditions, installed materials/equipment to create
a chronological documented visual history of the project - Ensure
onsite materials testing is scheduled, observe onsite materials
testing, ensure onsite materials testing is compliant with the
project specifications, and ensure material testing results/reports
are distributed to the applicable project team members, as
determined by the Project Engineer or Project Manager. Perform
field material testing and sample collection when necessary -
Produce redline drawings by tracking/logging redline changes on
electronic set of plans - Review Contractor pay estimates to verify
quantities match Inspector’s summary of quantities log - Attend
construction project meetings including but not limited to the
pre-construction meeting, progress meetings, safety meetings,
substantial/final completion walk-through meetings, other meetings
as determined by the Project Engineer or Project Manager - Produce
and maintain punch lists of remaining and/or deficient work on the
project - Utilize an established electronic filing system and
project folder tree to save and maintain all inspection project
records and reports - Ensure that Inspection Quality Control Checks
are completed on each project per the established Inspection
Quality Procedures - May assist other PEC Team Members in the
field, while performing project related services such surveying,
geotechnical soil and materials investigations, etc. - Other
projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s
discretion Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of methods,
practices, principles and techniques of engineering disciplines
(civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical,
environmental, industrial, etc.) and field engineering services
(inspection, field/lab materials testing, survey, geotechnical
engineering, construction management) pertaining to construction
inspection projects - Knowledge of city/state/federal codes,
ordinances, and regulations pertaining to construction inspection
projects - Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
and PDF Editor (Bluebeam) - Proficiency in using computers,
tablets, and cell phones - Proficiency in using construction
inspection tools (measuring wheel, measuring tape, levels, etc.);
Knowledge of GPS data collectors, laser levels, range finders
preferred - Skill in developing/maintaining cooperative and
professional working relationships with team members, managers,
clients, public, etc. - Skill in performing quality control
initiatives and taking prompt action for problem resolution -
Communication (written & oral): Ability to communicate clearly and
effectively; Ability to listen and understand directions,
information, and ideas when presented by others; Ability to handle
a variety of issues with tact, diplomacy and in a confidential
manner - Ability to plan/organize daily work routine and to
establish priorities for the completion of required work within
required timeframes - Ability to work 50 hours per week, including
nights and weekends when necessary - Ability and willingness to
accept occasional out-of-town projects if needed Education and
Experience: - Current/Valid Driver’s License required - High School
Diploma or General Education Degree or higher required - An A.S.,
B.S. or B.A. degree in an appropriate construction-related,
technical, or engineering field, preferred - Experience in field
construction inspection or demonstrated equivalent combination of
education, training, and/or experience in a related construction,
technical, or engineering field, preferred License and
Certification: - The following KDOT CIT certifications are
preferred: Basic Inspection (BI), Asphalt Paving Inspection (API),
Concrete Paving Inspection (CPI), Structures Inspection (STR),
Nuclear Gauge (NUC), American Concrete Institute Concrete Field
Tester (ACI CF), and Construction Storm Water (CSW Work
Environment: PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus
on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and
productive work. The work environment is business casual, friendly,
respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions
regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific
technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment
with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of
the work will be conducted primarily outdoors and occasionally
inside buildings or other structures that may include exposure to
inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric
conditions, bodies of water, moving mechanical parts, electrical
equipment, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic waste
depending on project requirements. The position requires mobility.
Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10-35
pounds on a regular basis, occasionally moving materials that weigh
up to 50-75 pounds, and carrying up to 25 pounds over rough terrain
for 100 yards. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over
50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer
keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. There will be
frequent, talking, hearing, standing, moving, walking, stooping,
kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping,
feeling, balancing, coordination, sitting, and operating a company
vehicle. Supervisory Responsibilities: - N/A - no supervisory
responsibilities PPEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. PM21
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