Lead Construction Inspector - Federal Sector

Description

• Lead and coordinate on-site inspection activities for government construction projects to ensure full compliance with contract documents, design specifications, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the consulting firm, government client representatives, contractors, and design teams to facilitate clear communication and timely resolution of construction issues.
• Responsible for quality assurance of the overall project, including evaluating workmanship, quality of work, and inspecting work per construction documents (drawings/specifications)
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to inspection staff, ensuring consistency and quality in inspection procedures and reporting.
• Review and interpret drawings, submittals, shop drawings, and Requests for Information (RFIs) to confirm adherence to design intent and contractual requirements.
• Monitor contractor compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, including adherence to OSHA and government-specific safety regulations.
• Conduct thorough inspections of materials, workmanship, and installation methods for architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Support project closeout by verifying completion of punch lists, testing, and final inspections to ensure delivery of fully compliant facilities to the client.
• Oversee and document daily construction progress, verifying that all work conforms to approved plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Multi-trade complex building construction and renovation inspector, responsible for scheduling, coordinating, performing general field inspection for all disciplines. Inspects work at the site(s) for contract and code compliance, proficient with construction management software like E-Builder. Recommend approvals or rejections of materials and workmanship as appropriate; monitor labor and safety requirements; complete written inspection reports, records of defects; and omissions; and similar activities
• Prepare detailed field reports, non-conformance notices, and photographic documentation to support project records and client deliverables.
• Lead and participate in progress meetings, quality control reviews, and safety inspections to promote accountability and project alignment.
• Evaluate and verify contractor pay applications, change order requests, and construction schedules for accuracy, completeness, and fairness.

Requirements

• Well-versed in construction safety protocols, with a strong understanding of OSHA requirements and best practices for maintaining safe job sites
• Previous experience as a Lead Inspector
• Proficient in accurately estimating construction costs and schedule impacts for project changes, including performing material take-offs, pricing work, evaluating proposals and bills of materials, and negotiating fair contract adjustments
• Experienced in inspecting materials, workmanship, and installation of building systems—such as fire alarm and safety systems—to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Government or military project experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience, along with a bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide project execution.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction practices, materials, and installation methods, ensuring high standards of workmanship and compliance.
• Proven experience leading and facilitating meetings to resolve construction project issues, while effectively briefing clients and management teams.
• Skilled in preparing professional correspondence and maintaining accurate, organized construction site records

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance