High Voltage Transmission Inspector
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Conduct field inspections on moderate-scale construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and codes, evaluating concrete placement, underground pipelines, earthwork, and mechanical systems. Collect, compile, and analyze site data, survey instruments, and technical drawings to generate accurate documentation, including daily reports, photographs, and sketches. Act as a consultant for work progress and problem resolution, verifying load calculations, interpreting contract plans, and assisting with payment calculations. Provide technical guidance to contractors and entry-level staff, attend pre-construction meetings, and coordinate project inspections with client and contractor personnel. This role supports engineers and project managers within WSP's Power Constructors sector, requiring up to 100% travel and the ability to work 12-hour days in extreme weather conditions.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools
- 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
- 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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