Senior Construction Inspector- Federal Construction

Senior Construction Inspector - Federal Construction
Location: Richmond, KY 40475
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Travel: Approximately 10%
Salary: $135,000 - $155,000 annually
Project: Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD) Small Arms Ammunition Magazine Program
COA (contingent on award) and the length of the contract (two years plus).
Join Our Team
GoldenWolf is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Inspector to support a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction program at Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD) in Richmond, Kentucky.

The selected candidate will serve as the Government's field representative on the construction of a new 170,000-square-foot Small Arms Ammunition Magazine and supporting facilities, part of a multi-year $35 million federal construction project.

This position is ideal for experienced professionals with backgrounds in construction inspection, quality assurance, contractor oversight, construction management, or federal construction projects.

What You'll Do
• Perform daily field inspections and surveillance of construction activities.
• Verify compliance with contract requirements, plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
• Evaluate workmanship, materials, installation methods, and contractor performance.
• Prepare detailed quality assurance reports and inspection documentation.
• Review contractor quality control plans, safety plans, schedules, and submittals.
• Monitor contractor quality control and safety compliance.
• Participate in preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections.
• Track RFIs, deficiencies, corrective actions, and punch-list items.
• Coordinate testing activities and evaluate construction test results.
• Assist with change orders, contract modifications, and technical evaluations.
• Attend construction meetings and provide technical recommendations to project leadership.
• Support commissioning, turnover, final acceptance inspections, and project closeout activities.

Required Qualifications
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction inspection, construction management, contract administration, quality assurance, or related construction disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, industrial, federal, or military construction practices.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and construction documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in an active construction environment.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Richmond, Kentucky.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting USACE, DoD, NAVFAC, Army, Air Force, or other federal construction projects.
• Familiarity with RMS/QCS software.
• Knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
• Experience with contractor quality control and government quality assurance programs.
• Knowledge of CPM scheduling and project controls.
• Experience on industrial, ammunition, military installation, or heavy civil construction projects.

Desired Technical Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
• Fire Protection Systems (NFPA 13 & NFPA 72)
• Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
• National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
• HVAC Systems and TAB
• Building Commissioning
• Plumbing Systems (IPC)
• Communications and Security Systems
• Elevators and Specialized Equipment
• Welding Inspection
• Protective Coatings Inspection
• Environmental Compliance and HAZWOPER
• Laboratory and Research Facility Construction

Why Join GoldenWolf?
·       Opportunity to support a high-profile federal construction project.
·       Competitive salary range: $135,000 - $155,000.
·       Paid Time Off (PTO).
·       Paid Federal Holidays.
·       Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
·       401(k) with up to 5% employer match.
·       Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage options.
·       Career growth within a nationally recognized facilities and construction services organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GoldenWolf, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Company Description
GoldenWolf is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business that provides comprehensive facility management and support services to federal agencies. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of professional services, including facilities condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, strategic planning, and technical support across civilian and defense sectors. We invite you to visit the GoldenWolf website at www.goldenwolf.com to learn more about the organization and explore other career opportunities.