NOVA Engineering is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector (SCDOT) in our
Charleston, SC office. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing pile driving inspections for bridge and roadway projects in accordance with SCDOT standards and specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct pile driving inspections on bridge and roadway construction projects to ensure compliance with SCDOT standards.
- Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project documentation.
- Monitor contractor activities and verify that construction methods and materials meet project requirements.
- Document inspection findings and prepare detailed reports for project stakeholders.
- Coordinate with project engineers, contractors, and other inspectors to resolve issues and maintain project timelines.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations during construction activities.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors as needed.
Qualifications:
- SCDOT Foundation Technician certification is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspection, with a focus on pile driving and bridge/roadway projects.
- Strong knowledge of SCDOT construction standards and procedures.
- Excellent communication and report writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in using inspection tools and software.
Check out our Perks:
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:
- Use of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites
- Certification reimbursement and incentive program with pay increases
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Paid time off
- Company–observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Nova
Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety.
We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors.
NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.#LI-JT
