About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

This on-site Special Inspector role supports construction quality and safety by verifying that materials, installations, and field workmanship meet project specifications, applicable codes, and industry standards. You will perform field inspections and materials sampling, document results, and communicate findings to project teams to help resolve non-conformances.

• Observe construction work in progress and verify compliance with plans, codes, and specifications
• Select and collect construction material samples for laboratory testing per procedures
• Perform field tests and basic materials verification (concrete placement, consolidation, etc.)
• Inspect workmanship and installations for conformity to approved plans and standards
• Maintain detailed daily logs of site activity, observations, and test results
• Produce clear, timely inspection reports and sketches of inspection/test locations
• Coordinate with site personnel and project teams to communicate findings and support corrective actions
• Follow all site safety protocols, including OSHA requirements
• Complete paid training and certification programs provided by the client

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Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inspection and testing records and submit daily reports
• Prepare sketches and attachments that correlate inspection points to test data
• Identify and document non-conforming work and recommend corrective actions
• Travel to one construction site per day (typical), adapt to changing field conditions
• Support a 40–50 hour work week, including overtime when required and permitted

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Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a special inspector or in a construction/engineering field (entry-level with engineering background considered)
• Working knowledge of concrete, construction practices, and materials testing procedures
• Familiarity with ACI (American Concrete Institute) standards and ICC (International Code Council) inspection topics
• Strong observational skills and ability to evaluate compliance with codes and specifications
• Strong documentation skills; ability to produce clear daily logs and inspection reports
• Ability to prepare basic sketches correlating tests/inspections to installations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to daily job sites
• OSHA 10 (or OSHA 30 preferred) safety awareness
• Bachelor’s degree in construction, civil engineering, or related field preferred; candidates without a degree must hold or pursue relevant certifications

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Preferred Certifications

• ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector
• ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
• ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector
• ICC Structural Steel & Bolting Inspector
• ICC Fireproofing Inspector

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $22.00 – $27.00 per hour (range provided by the client; final offer depends on skills, experience, and other factors)
• Benefits (eligibility and availability depend on assignment and classification) may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible spending options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid training and certification programs
  • AFLAC options, life insurance, short- & long-term disability (where applicable)
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and company-observed holidays

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Workplace & Schedule

• Workplace type: Fully onsite in Campbell Hall, NY (daily site visits; typically one site per day)
• Employment type: Contract (with potential full-time hours depending on assignment)
• Typical schedule: Approximately 40–50 hours per week; overtime as needed and in accordance with company policy and applicable law
• Paid onboarding/training provided to prepare inspectors on procedures, testing protocols, and reporting

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Why Join This Team

• Structured training and paid certification opportunities
• Opportunity to grow professionally within an expanding multidisciplinary engineering group
• Work that directly supports safety, quality, and compliance on active construction projects
• Supportive, safety-first culture with clear advancement pathways

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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