WSP

3 days ago

High Voltage Substation Inspector

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Job Summary

Provide field inspection support for construction projects in the Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codes. Collect and analyze site and technical data, use survey and test equipment, verify load calculations and documentation, and prepare technical reports with photos and sketches. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, attend meetings, support risk resolution, and may serve as the only inspector on projects.

Location: Seattle

Workplace: Remote

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Executive & General Management

Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

•Perform field inspections to verify construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements.
•Collect and analyze physical site and technical data (surveys, blueprints, schematics, drawings, flow diagrams, and material sampling) for field inspection activities.
•Use survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to assess site conditions, layout/alignment/elevation, and conformance with rules, standards, codes, and permits.
•Generate accurate inspection documentation and technical reports, including photographs, sketches, calculations, and other concise records.
•Support project teams through guidance and problem resolution, attend pre-construction meetings, and assist with risk identification, quality control, and payment calculations.

Travel: Extensive travel

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionDisabilityLife InsuranceRetirement Savings

Key Requirements

•High school diploma (or equivalent) and at least 9 years of relevant post-education experience with prior construction inspection experience.
•Strong knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, and relevant construction codes, regulations, and record-keeping requirements.
•Proficiency with computer reporting and photo documentation, with working knowledge of Word and Excel.
•Essential professional licensure/certification(s), valid state driver’s license, and ability to pass an MVR background check.
•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, direct others in the field, and handle travel (including staying for minimum 6-week project periods) and extreme weather/PPE/lifting/walking requirements.

Experience:9+ years

Education:High School

Skills:Analytical thinkingSound judgmentInterpersonal communicationSelf-leadershipCritical thinking

Licenses:State driver’s license

Tech Stack:WordExcelSpreadsheets

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

WSP

Global professional services firm providing engineering, consulting, and technical services across infrastructure, environment, buildings, transportation, and energy sectors for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.

Industry: Professional Services

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Revenue: USD 1B+

Growth: Public Company

Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)

Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed

Headquarters: Montreal, Canada

Founded: 1959

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