Senior Special Inspector

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

The Senior Special Inspector/Inspector III leads inspection activities on large or complex projects. They are highly certified, oversee
technical compliance, mentor junior inspectors, and serve as technical liaisons between field operations and
project management teams.

● Conduct complex inspections requiring specialized certifications (e.g., structural steel, welding, masonry,
or soil compaction).
● Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior inspectors and new hires.
● Lead quality assurance efforts and ensure documentation meets both company and client requirements.
● Act as a liaison between field operations and project managers or engineers regarding technical issues.
● Identify and troubleshoot potential project risks or compliance issues, escalating when necessary.
● Prepare and review detailed inspection reports and ensure proper data entry into project tracking
systems.
● Stay abreast of industry regulations and best practices, maintaining advanced certifications.
● Operate company vehicles and ensure timely documentation of maintenance needs

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding certificate or related vocational training.
• 5+ years of progressive inspection or materials testing experience.
• Advanced industry certifications required or preferred (e.g., ACI, ICC, AWS CWI).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Expert knowledge in interpreting complex blueprints, codes, and standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proven experience in client communication, engagement, and presentation to others.

• Days and hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday.
• Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required. 
• You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region.
• This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field
  conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps,
    grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such
    as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
  • Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse
    weather conditions.
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
  • Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for
    fieldwork and inspections.
  • Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project
    teams.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and
    ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl,
    kneel and sit).

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here.