Construction Inspector & Surveyor Lead at Allete in Duluth, MN | USD80,000-100,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

team supervision

construction survey

environmental compliance

project inspection

cost review

equipment management

Lead and Coordinate: Oversee and schedule Construction Surveyor & Inspector team, providing supervision, training, and guidance to direct reports.
Maintain Records: Keep detailed construction logs, inspection forms, and daily reports.
Perform Construction Survey Tasks: Execute construction-related survey activities such as construction staking, topographical surveys, as-built documentation, and monitoring of existing structures.
Ensure Environmental Compliance: Verify adherence to Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Best Management Practices (BMP).
Inspect and Document: Inspect construction projects (service centers, generating stations, substations, transmission, and distribution lines) and document findings to ensure compliance with contracts, specifications, and standards.
Collaborate with Teams: Work with construction managers, project managers, and/or design engineers to resolve field issues and maintain timely project completion.
Manage Office Duties: Review invoices, materials, and labor; analyze construction costs.
Manage Equipment and Stay Current: Oversee the group’s equipment fleet, update as needed, and stay informed on current methods, tools, and technologies related to the field.

Requirements

driver's license

civil 3d

autocad

trimble

8+ years

swppp

Licensing: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, construction practices, and trigonometry
Preferred: Leadership experience
Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
Certification: Must be certified in SWPPP, Category 2, per Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
Assessment: This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Experience: Eight years or more experience in construction and surveying
Proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD and Trimble Business Center
Education: High school diploma or equivalent PLUS two year vocational certificate in survey and civil engineering technology or equivalent.
Travel: Regular travel to Minnesota Power/ALLETE facilities and project sites; after-hours and some possible extended overnight stays (typically several days to week) may be required.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

employer will not sponsor visas for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Committed to delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions.
Focus on clean energy projects, such as wind and solar power generation.
Utilize cutting-edge technologies to construct and maintain reliable energy infrastructure.
Leading the transformation of the energy sector with renewable solutions.
Notable projects include large-scale solar installations and wind farm developments.
Dedicated to enhancing the environment with cleaner, renewable energy alternatives.

Culture + Values

Safety – prioritizing the safety of employees, customers and the public through continuous training and audits
Integrity – ethical conduct, transparency and accountability guided by a robust code of conduct
Customer Focus – delivering reliable, affordable and sustainable energy solutions with strong customer satisfaction
Environmental Stewardship – commitment to renewable energy, energy efficiency and responsible environmental practices
Community Support – charitable giving, volunteerism and economic development initiatives in local communities

Environment + Sustainability

100% Carbon-Free by 2050

Net-Zero Electricity Target

Aiming to generate all electricity from carbon-free sources by 2050.

70% Renewable by 2030

Renewable Energy Expansion

Commitment to achieving 70% renewable energy generation by 2030.

$600M Invested in Wind

Wind Energy Investment

Significant investment to expand wind energy capacity and reduce carbon emissions.

50% Renewable Now

Current Renewable Achievement

Already achieving 50% renewable energy generation through existing portfolio.

Expanding clean-energy portfolio with wind and solar additions.
Coal-free generation by 2035, with an 80% carbon emissions reduction by the same year.
ALLETE Clean Energy operates across seven states with additional capacity under development.
Added distributed solar pipeline through strategic acquisitions.
Combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2024 totaled ~43.8 M kg CO₂e.

Inclusion & Diversity

Encourages a more diverse workforce by nurturing individual skills, talents, and perspectives.
Supports diverse businesses through procurement and contracting initiatives.
Aligns Minnesota Power Foundation grants with social needs including education, income inequality, food insecurity, social justice, and the opportunity gap.

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Role

Description

team supervision

construction survey

environmental compliance

project inspection

cost review

equipment management

Lead and Coordinate: Oversee and schedule Construction Surveyor & Inspector team, providing supervision, training, and guidance to direct reports.
Maintain Records: Keep detailed construction logs, inspection forms, and daily reports.
Perform Construction Survey Tasks: Execute construction-related survey activities such as construction staking, topographical surveys, as-built documentation, and monitoring of existing structures.
Ensure Environmental Compliance: Verify adherence to Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Best Management Practices (BMP).
Inspect and Document: Inspect construction projects (service centers, generating stations, substations, transmission, and distribution lines) and document findings to ensure compliance with contracts, specifications, and standards.
Collaborate with Teams: Work with construction managers, project managers, and/or design engineers to resolve field issues and maintain timely project completion.
Manage Office Duties: Review invoices, materials, and labor; analyze construction costs.
Manage Equipment and Stay Current: Oversee the group’s equipment fleet, update as needed, and stay informed on current methods, tools, and technologies related to the field.

Requirements

driver's license

civil 3d

autocad

trimble

8+ years

swppp

Licensing: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, construction practices, and trigonometry
Preferred: Leadership experience
Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
Certification: Must be certified in SWPPP, Category 2, per Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
Assessment: This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Experience: Eight years or more experience in construction and surveying
Proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD and Trimble Business Center
Education: High school diploma or equivalent PLUS two year vocational certificate in survey and civil engineering technology or equivalent.
Travel: Regular travel to Minnesota Power/ALLETE facilities and project sites; after-hours and some possible extended overnight stays (typically several days to week) may be required.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

employer will not sponsor visas for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Committed to delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions.
Focus on clean energy projects, such as wind and solar power generation.
Utilize cutting-edge technologies to construct and maintain reliable energy infrastructure.
Leading the transformation of the energy sector with renewable solutions.
Notable projects include large-scale solar installations and wind farm developments.
Dedicated to enhancing the environment with cleaner, renewable energy alternatives.

Culture + Values

Safety – prioritizing the safety of employees, customers and the public through continuous training and audits
Integrity – ethical conduct, transparency and accountability guided by a robust code of conduct
Customer Focus – delivering reliable, affordable and sustainable energy solutions with strong customer satisfaction
Environmental Stewardship – commitment to renewable energy, energy efficiency and responsible environmental practices
Community Support – charitable giving, volunteerism and economic development initiatives in local communities

Environment + Sustainability

100% Carbon-Free by 2050

Net-Zero Electricity Target

Aiming to generate all electricity from carbon-free sources by 2050.

70% Renewable by 2030

Renewable Energy Expansion

Commitment to achieving 70% renewable energy generation by 2030.

$600M Invested in Wind

Wind Energy Investment

Significant investment to expand wind energy capacity and reduce carbon emissions.

50% Renewable Now

Current Renewable Achievement

Already achieving 50% renewable energy generation through existing portfolio.

Expanding clean-energy portfolio with wind and solar additions.
Coal-free generation by 2035, with an 80% carbon emissions reduction by the same year.
ALLETE Clean Energy operates across seven states with additional capacity under development.
Added distributed solar pipeline through strategic acquisitions.
Combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2024 totaled ~43.8 M kg CO₂e.

Inclusion & Diversity

Encourages a more diverse workforce by nurturing individual skills, talents, and perspectives.
Supports diverse businesses through procurement and contracting initiatives.
Aligns Minnesota Power Foundation grants with social needs including education, income inequality, food insecurity, social justice, and the opportunity gap.

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