
Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
Construction Inspector
Inspect commercial construction projects for code, spec, and quality compliance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Inspectors perform well‑defined and sometimes challenging inspection tasks, monitoring quality‑control procedures and continuously surveilling construction activities to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and specifications. They document non‑conformances and may help determine resolutions across civil, structural, interior finishes, roofing, mechanical, or electrical disciplines. • Inspect commercial construction installations for compliance with statutes and customer regulations. • Conduct continuous inspections of all items installed by the general contractor. • Verify professional workmanship of construction labor and subcontracted tasks. • Check equipment alignment and balancing operations. • Assist in developing job safety practices and preparing safety reports. • Contribute to quality‑control reports and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸compliance inspection
- ▸workmanship verification
- ▸equipment alignment
- ▸safety reporting
- ▸quality control
- ▸non‑conformance documentation
What You Bring
The Associate Inspector role supports urban construction projects by applying emerging inspection skills and a strong eye for detail. Inspectors work in flexible, team‑oriented environments and must demonstrate exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational abilities. The position is based in the Washington, DC area and requires local residency. Candidates should hold an associate’s degree in a technical or construction‑related discipline (or a high school diploma with equivalent experience) and possess at least ten years of experience on commercial, historic, or industrial projects. The ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications and familiarity with relevant construction processes are essential. • Associate’s degree in a technical or construction‑related field (or high school diploma with equivalent experience). • Ten or more years of experience on commercial, historic, or industrial construction projects. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications. • Familiarity with construction processes pertinent to the assigned area. • Must be local to the Washington, DC area; relocation assistance not provided.
Requirements
- ▸associate degree
- ▸10+ years
- ▸blueprint reading
- ▸construction processes
- ▸dc local
- ▸communication
Benefits
Parsons is an equal‑opportunity employer offering a salary range of $35.05‑$61.35 per hour, and the company emphasizes employee health, life insurance, ESOP, 401(k), and paid time off. Applicants are encouraged to apply online, and the firm warns against fraudulent recruitment practices. • No security clearance required. • Salary range: $35.05 – $61.35 per hour. • Medical, dental, and vision insurance. • Paid time off with flexible work schedules. • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) retirement plans. • Life insurance coverage.
Work Environment
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