Materials Inspector

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Supervise site tests and sampling; witness contractor or third-party laboratory and in-situ tests and prepare samples.
• Coordinate with the Work Inspector on approval for testing and discuss areas of concern.
• Sample and test efficiently to avoid undue delays to contractor operations.
• Check delivered materials against approved sources or suppliers.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control.
• Assist senior inspectors and materials engineers with review, approval, testing, and acceptance of materials.

Required qualifications and skills

• Technical diploma or degree in a related field and at least 5 years of similar experience, or a Civil Engineering degree and at least 3 years of experience on roads, bridges, concrete, and utilities projects.
• Read working drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans, and method statements, and enforce applicable requirements.
• Use computer technology and relevant project software to access data, maintain records, and generate reports.
• Good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; interact effectively with the project team.

Benefits

• Parsons describes benefits that may include financial wellness offerings, paid time off and flexible holidays, career development and mentorship, veteran support, wellness programs, and medical, dental, and vision plans.