Special Inspector - Construction Materials Testing

Special Inspector - Construction Materials Testing - Raleigh, North Carolina

$1,000 SIGNING BONUS

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Special Inspector to join our Professional Services Industries Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) team in Raleigh, North Carolina.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction.

Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Special Inspector is responsible for performing field inspections and construction materials testing as needed to ensure conformance with construction plans and specifications.

The inspector is also responsible for preparing inspection daily reports and testing data sheets.

What you'll do:


* Performs a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.


* Operates testing equipment and conducts testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provides assessment of data through reporting.


* Works utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams.


* Uses specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks.


* Makes detailed observations and gives limited interpretation of results.


* Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results.


* Operates a calculator to calculate mathematical test results.


* Communicates effectively with client and project teams.


* Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* Five or more years of field construction materials testing and/or inspection experience is required


* Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required


* External (or task related) certifications based on region and state may be required


* Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are ...