Part Time Field Inspector Jobs in Athens, AL (NOW HIRING)

Location:  Huntsville, Alabama, or Las Vegas, Nevada or San Antonio Texas
Title: Construction Integrator
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain 

At North Wind Design, Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness, is the motto that we put into action every day. We perform high quality planning, engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, with our employees being our greatest asset. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects for a wide variety of federal clients nationwide. North Wind Design prides ourselves in being responsive to our clients and partners by empowering you to make decisions and build trust on the front lines. We also provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop and grow your career through education, training, certifications, work assignments, and advancement. We also provide additional career growth opportunities across affiliated business lines including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities.

North Wind Design has a highly competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching and medical, dental, and life insurance options. We have a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a health & wellness program, and an employee service awards program to enhance your experience and job satisfaction. Additionally, we support the communities where we live and work by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local organizations. North Wind Design is a diverse, veteran-friendly firm that provides the right environment for leaders and results-oriented professionals to thrive. Come join our team!

Position Purpose

Leads, manages, plans, and coordinates construction quality assurance activities for Military Construction (MILCON) projects to ensure project goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed schedules, funding parameters, and quality standards. Coordinates and oversees on-site Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Inspectors, serving as the primary integration point between project stakeholders, contractors, design teams, and government representatives to ensure construction work complies with contract requirements, plans, specifications, and applicable regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the activities of on-site Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Inspectors across one or more MILCON projects.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Review daily inspection reports, quality documentation, deficiency logs, and corrective action reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Serve as the primary liaison between project management, field inspectors, contractors, designers, and government representatives.
• Develop and maintain inspection schedules and ensure adequate inspection coverage during all phases of construction.
• Identify construction quality issues, risks, and deficiencies and coordinate timely resolution with project stakeholders.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, quality control meetings, and project closeout activities.
• Verify contractor compliance with approved submittals, material requirements, and construction sequencing.
• Monitor project progress and provide routine quality and status updates to project and program leadership.
• Track project deficiencies, punch list items, and corrective actions through completion.
• Assist in evaluating Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, and other construction-related documentation.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of quality assurance records in accordance with client and organizational requirements.
• Support project acceptance, turnover, and closeout activities.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, training, and technical guidance to CQA Inspectors and project staff.
• Support development and implementation of quality management procedures and best practices.
• Participate in project audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Assist with proposal development, staffing plans, and resource forecasting as required.
• Develop presentations, reports, and executive-level briefings for client and leadership review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted where appropriate.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of construction management, construction inspection, quality assurance, or engineering experience.
• Minimum of 5 years supporting Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), or MILCON programs.
• Experience coordinating construction inspection personnel and construction quality assurance activities.
• Experience reviewing construction plans, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.

Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of MILCON project delivery processes and construction management practices.
• Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and applicable building codes.
• Strong understanding of construction quality assurance and quality control principles.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, contractors, project teams, and government personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction/project management software applications.
• Ability to prepare detailed technical reports and project documentation.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites, client locations, and meetings as required.
• Ability to access active construction sites and comply with all site-specific safety requirements.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if required by contract.
• Occasional extended work hours may be required to support project schedules and critical milestones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
• Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent quality management certification.
• Previous experience supporting USACE, NAVFAC, Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), or other Federal construction programs.

Physical Demands
Light Work. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands to operate office equipment and computers. The position requires periodic visits to active construction sites involving walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and ladders, and conducting field inspections. The employee may occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance. 

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information NW collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here: https://northwindgrp.com/wp-com .