Concrete Special Inspector-Bellingham, WA

Certerra is a nationally recognized provider of engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services supporting innovation, quality assurance, and resilient infrastructure.

With over 1,800 professionals nationwide, we combine technical expertise with practical field knowledge to ensure the communities we serve are built to last.

We have opened a new lab/office in Tacoma to serve our continually expanding projects in the Northern WA Region and are seeking experienced structural Special Inspectors with multiple certifications.

If you’re looking for a company that invests in your career growth, and gives you consistent, long-term work on a variety of technically challenging projects, we want to talk to you.

Perform inspection and testing on Federal, Commercial, and Infrastructure new-construction projects in the Bellingham, WA Region, supporting safe, code-compliant, and high-quality project delivery.

This role requires sound

technical judgment, the ability to interpret construction documents, and clear communication with project managers, contractors, and clients to ensure compliance with approved plans and applicable codes.

• Working knowledge of current codes including IBC, ACI, AICS, and ASTMs
• Familiarity with USACE and/or NAVFAC specifications preferred
• Perform special inspections in accordance with approved plans and specifications
• Read and interpret construction documents, RFIs, and structural details
• Conduct required field testing and inspections within your certification scope
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports daily
• Communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and internal staff
• Maintain relevant certifications, and continue to earn new credentials in alignment with career goals
• Always maintain safe work practices
• Participating in continuing education and professional development

Compensation within stated range determined by your experience and certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, and able to meet background and identity verification requirements for Federal site access
• Must have or have the ability to acquire a Passport within 90 days.

• ICC Special Inspector in one or more of the following categories, current WABO registration also desirable
• Reinforced Concrete
• Structural Masonry

• Proprietary Anchors
• Structural Steel and Bolting
• Structural Welding
• Prestressed Concrete
• AWS CWI

Candidates are not required to hold all listed certifications.

Certerra enthusiastically supports new certifications and ongoing professional development for motivated team member

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws.

All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions.

There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability.

Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question.

Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions.

We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship.

As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.