Title: Construction Inspector
Location: Chicago, Bannockburn, or Rockford, IL
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Compensation: $36.00 - $46.00/hour
Bonus: Minimum 2% of salary plus overtime pay, paid at year-end. Final amount varies based on experience, individual, and company performance.
Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - PTO - 401(k) Match (Dollar-for-dollar up to 5%) - Additional 4% company contribution if annual goals are met - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) eligibility after 3 years
Why You Should Apply: Join a well-established civil and infrastructure engineering firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality municipal and transportation projects. You'll work in a collaborative, field-based environment and play a direct role in shaping public infrastructure while enjoying strong long-term growth potential, a competitive compensation package, and exceptional retirement benefits.
What You'll Be Doing: - Perform daily on-site inspections of infrastructure construction projects
- Monitor contractor work for compliance with plans, specs, and safety standards
- Document project progress through logs, reports, photos, and meeting notes
- Communicate regularly with contractors, residents, businesses, and agency reps
- Track labor, materials, and equipment usage to support change order review
- Review pay applications and verify completed work
- Resolve field issues and recommend cost-effective solutions
- Serve as liaison between municipalities and contractors, addressing public concerns
- Coordinate closely with project engineers and superintendents
What We're Looking For: - High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in construction inspection or public works oversight
- Strong knowledge of underground utilities, roadway, and municipal infrastructure
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Willingness to travel within the Chicago/Naperville/Rockford area as needed