Construction Inspector

Since 1973, JR Engineering has successfully served a variety of clients throughout Colorado. Areas of service include land development, surveying, surface transportation, water resources, and structural engineering as well as construction services in each of our major disciplines. Our in-house staff of talented engineers, surveyors, and support personnel enables us to respond quickly to demanding assignments, project schedules, and changing project scopes. With an annual Net Revenue of $16.5 million in 2024, JR Engineering currently has 100 employees with plans to grow to 120 employees over the next 3-5 years.

Job Summary:

The Construction Inspector is a primarily field-based role supporting roadway, utility, drainage, and site development projects throughout Colorado. This position plays a critical role in ensuring projects are constructed in conformance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable standards while serving as a key liaison between contractors, clients, and the design team. This role offers strong technical growth and exposure to complex civil infrastructure projects. Examples of projects that JR Engineering performs are roadway reconstruction, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater improvements, bridge or structural elements, and land development/site grading.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform daily field inspection and observation of civil construction activities including earthwork, utilities, concrete placement, paving operations, traffic control implementation, and erosion control measures.
• Prepare accurate daily inspection reports, photographs, and field documentation.
• Observe contractor conformance with approved plans, specifications, and standards.
• Measure and document installed quantities for payment verification in accordance with contract documents and unit bid items.
• Review Traffic Control Plans for conformance (no installation responsibility).
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and design clarifications.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, and JR Engineering staff.

Required Skills/Ability:

• Working knowledge of civil construction practices including earthwork, utilities, concrete, paving, and traffic control.
• General experience with regulatory agencies, with familiarity with federal, state, and local policies.
• Strong verbal/written communication, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and resources in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, conflict resolution, analytical, and time and resource management skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying site and weather conditions.
• AutoCAD proficiency is preferred.

Required Certifications preferred (or ability to obtain within first 3 months of hire):

• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• Traffic Control Supervisor Certification
• NICET Level I
• CDOT Inspector Certification
• First Aid / CPR / AED

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of Construction Inspector experience required.
• College degree a plus.
• Current active driver's license required, and ability to drive a company vehicle.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) - 35% Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-sponsored events

JR Engineering, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.