• Field Inspector

    Actalent (Decatur, GA)


    Job Title: Field InspectorJob Description

     

    The Field Inspector role demands a minimum of five years of experience in construction, remodeling, retrofitting, or infrastructure projects such as rail, mass transit, track maintenance, electrical, mechanical, civil, and structural work. The position requires the ability to read and understand contract specifications and drawings, ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and regulations.

    Responsibilities

    + Ensure contractors comply with building codes, regulations, contract specifications, and drawings through regular inspections.

    + Manage multiple projects simultaneously while mentoring and training lower-level field inspection staff.

    + Monitor on-site construction activities, verifying the quality of materials, workmanship, and installation as per approved construction documents.

    + Prepare, submit, and maintain daily records of work activities, quantities used, and conditions at the job site.

    + Conduct inspections and site observations to document the quality of work being installed.

    + Report documented work quality issues to the Quality Assurance Engineer and the Resident Engineer.

    + Redline contract documents as minor changes are made in the field.

    + Assist with the development and implementation of project quality control plans, recommending and implementing corrective/preventive actions.

    + Work closely with the Resident Engineer and Office Engineer to understand technical data and submittals.

    + Provide quantity verifications for progress payments.

    + Report any safety or project schedule deviations to the Project Safety Engineer and Resident Engineer.

    + Mentor and train lower-level inspection staff.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in QA/QC observations on job sites.

    + Documentation and reporting skills.

    + Proficiency in understanding building codes and regulations.

    + Understanding of structural steel inspection.

    + Experience in welds and bolts inspections.

    + Certification as a CWI or ICC in structural steel.

    + Flexibility with projects and schedules.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Proficiency in reviewing and implementing contract specifications and drawings.

    + OSHA 30 and Authority's Safety Compliance certifications preferred.

    + Associate’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or similar field.

    Work Environment

    The role involves working on-site with MARTA, with site visits located in downtown Atlanta. The work schedule is typically from 8 am to 5 pm. The position requires flexibility to switch projects as needed, including overseeing bus inspections with the planning department. Candidates must be willing to work on any project and adapt to any schedule.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,GA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.