High Voltage Substation Inspector
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Conduct field inspections on moderate-scale construction projects, evaluating concrete placement, underground pipelines, earthwork, and mechanical/electrical installations against plans, specifications, and codes. Collect and analyze data from site surveys, blueprints, and technical drawings using survey instruments and test equipment to verify conformance with rules and permits. Generate accurate daily and weekly reports, photographs, sketches, and calculations to document progress and resolve interpretation differences in contract plans. Assist engineers and project managers with load calculations, payment verification, and risk identification while providing guidance to entry-level staff and subcontractors. Attend pre-construction meetings, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and engage with client and contractor personnel to schedule inspections. Travel up to 100% of the time, staying minimum 6 weeks per project, working 12-hour days in extreme weather while wearing PPE and lifting 50 lbs.
Required Qualifications
- A High School Diploma, equivalent diploma, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection experience.
- Have computer skills (to properly fill out daily and weekly reports) and also be capable of photo documentation with working knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Essential professional licensure/certification(s).
- Valid state driver's license.
- Able to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) background check.
- Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
- Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
- Competent critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
- Ability to direct others in the field such as subcontractors and junior-level staff to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
- Able and willing to travel and stay for a minimum of 6 weeks at a time for a project.
- Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions for up to 12 hours a day
- Must be able to wear company-provided PPE for the entire shift while onsite
- Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs or more at any given time throughout the day
- Must be able to walk on average 3 to 5 miles per day across rough terrain and/or unlevel surfaces
- Ability to step in and out of a 3/4-ton pickup truck several times a day
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
- Knowledge of transmission line work, foundations and stringing of conductors, and transmission substations and facilities.
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