Title: Waterfront Construction Inspector
Location: North Charleston, South Carolina (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time/Project-Based
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of construction inspection, superintendent, or quality control experience (or 5 years with a four-year engineering degree, PE, PMP, or QA/QC certification), including at least 2 years on federal construction projects
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
Date Updated: 07/20/2026
Company Description
Now is the time to join Lindahl Reed, Inc. Lindahl Reed is a scientific, engineering, technical, and research company supporting the nation's most critical missions in Energy Innovation, National Security, and Environmental Stewardship. At Lindahl Reed, we live our values every day. Integrity, trust, and excellence are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, enabling cutting-edge technologies, and advancing a cleaner, and more resilient and secure world. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
Description/Job Summary
Lindahl Reed is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Waterfront Construction Inspector to support the federal waterfront improvement project at Pier Mike in North Charleston, South Carolina. This position provides on-site construction inspection, quality assurance, and oversight services for a complex federal waterfront construction project encompassing waterfront concrete construction, underground utilities, stormwater improvements, and design-build delivery. The Construction Inspector will work closely with the government Contracting Officer Representative (COR), the design-build contractor, and the Lindahl Reed project management team to ensure all work is executed in strict conformance with contract requirements, approved design documents, applicable codes, and federal standards. The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with a strong background in federal waterfront projects and a proven ability to independently identify and resolve field construction issues.
Position Responsibilities
Construction Inspection & Quality Assurance
Perform full-time, onsite construction inspection of waterfront construction activities at Pier Mike, including concrete structures, piling, decking, and marine appurtenances
Inspect underground utility installations including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems for conformance with design documents and applicable codes
Monitor and inspect stormwater management improvements including grading, drainage structures, and best management practices (BMPs)
Verify that all construction activities conform to the contract requirements, approved submittals, and quality control plans
Identify construction deficiencies, non-conformances, and deviations from contract requirements and document corrective actions
Conduct and document pre-pour, in-progress, and post-pour concrete inspections in accordance with ACI standards and project specifications
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare and maintain accurate daily inspection reports, field logs, photographic documentation, and materials testing records
Document contractor quality control activities and verify three-phase inspection process compliance
Track submittal review status, RFI responses, and non-conformance reports
Prepare periodic inspection summaries and contribute to monthly progress reports for government and program management review
Design-Build Coordination
Support the review and tracking of contractor-submitted design documents, interim design submittals, and final design packages under the design-build delivery method
Coordinate with the design-build contractor to resolve design-construction interface issues and ensure as-built conditions conform to approved designs
Participate in design review meetings, pre-construction conferences, and progress meetings
Safety & Environmental Compliance
Monitor contractor compliance with the approved Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and site safety requirements
Report safety hazards, incidents, and near-miss events to the project manager and government COR
Verify contractor adherence to environmental permits, stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP), and environmental mitigation requirements
Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of construction inspection, superintendent, or quality control experience; or a minimum of 5 years with a four-year engineering degree, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or QA/QC certification
Minimum of 2 years of experience on federal construction projects
Demonstrated experience in waterfront concrete construction, including piling, pier decks, bulkheads, or similar marine structures
Experience inspecting underground utilities and stormwater improvements on construction projects
Experience with design-build project delivery, including design review and contractor design submission processes
Proficiency with construction inspection documentation practices and construction management software
Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, accurate inspection reports and correspondence
Must be able to obtain and maintain required government site access credentials
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, CCM, or equivalent QA/QC certification
ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I or ACI Concrete Construction Inspector certification
Experience with NAVFAC, USACE, or other federal agency waterfront or marine construction projects
Familiarity with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) and UFC standards for waterfront structures
Experience with USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors or government QA
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
Benefits
The following benefits are available to benefit-eligible employees (working 30+ hours per week):
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Retirement Plan
Company paid Basic Life, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off/ 11 Federal Holidays
Professional and Educational Development
And other benefits
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate may be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment with Lindahl Reed will be contingent upon the timely and acceptable results of candidate's reference/background check. This position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your credentialing and/or clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
Lindahl Reed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Lindahl Reed complies with pay disclosure requirements for applicable cities and states.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Lindahl Reed's sole discretion.
