Construction Inspector/Field Engineer

Construction Inspector (CI)

When you care deeply about the work you do, it's rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects. Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your futureand the future of your community.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a highly qualified Construction Inspector (CI) to join our team in El Paso, TX, supporting civil infrastructure projects. The CI will be responsible for on-site inspection, construction management, and quality assurance of complex civil works including earthwork, roads, utilities, and levees. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, communication skills, and a commitment to excellence in construction oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site inspection activities to verify conformance with contract documents and record as-constructed conditions.
• Monitor construction progress and prepare detailed daily reports, including photographic documentation.
• Identify and communicate site-related construction challenges to the project team for timely resolution.
• Attend and document construction progress meetings, including action items and key discussions.
• Serve as the primary on-site liaison for contractors, clients, and government representatives.
• Review RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, construction schedules, and as-built drawings.
• Ensure compliance with environmental protection measures and safety standards.
• Train and mentor junior staff in inspection procedures and documentation standards.
• Conduct plan reviews for contractor site plans, utility layouts, and municipal infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate and thorough meeting minutes with minimal corrections.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Fluent in written and spoken English. Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills. Ability to interact effectively with contractors, government agencies, and project stakeholders. Demonstrated independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Proficient in ASTM, ACI, and other construction testing standards. Experience with nuclear gauges and construction safety protocols. Skilled in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience is a plus. Must be fully competent in documenting meetings and construction activities. Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil, Construction, or Geology) from an ABET-accredited program OR registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S. in a related discipline. Minimum 5 years in construction management, field inspection, or supervision of civil works projects with at least 2 years of experience in earthwork inspection and working with restrictive soil types and conducting soils testing. Minimum 1 year of Federal Government construction inspection experience. Familiarity with environmental protection measures on construction sites.