Transmission Line Civil Inspector

Excel Engineering is seeking a team-oriented highly motivated Transmission Line Civil Inspector to support our Power Utility Client in Minneapolis MN. Excel Engineering offers Electrical and Control System Engineering and Construction Management Consulting services in the US and abroad.

Primary Responsibilities

Candidates for the Transmission Line Civil Inspector role is expected to have a strong background in Transmission Line Construction. Candidates should be knowledgeable in soils reinforcement and structural concrete in order to perform the following tasks including but not limited to:

• Provide hands-on supervision of construction activities across various projects ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct daily inspections and safety observations while documenting milestones and generating reports.
• Collaborate closely with project managers contractors and engineering teams to facilitate successful project execution.
• Maintain effective communication with onsite teams and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and other software for reporting budgeting and presentations.

Experience

• Detailed knowledge of civil transmission line construction practices particularly in the areas of soil preparation reinforcing steel placement formwork and structural concrete.
• A strong civil construction background is required.
• Able to inspect all aspects of civil transmission construction including excavation backfill compaction foundation preparation rebar installation concrete formwork and placement of structural concrete.
• Responsible for verifying that all work performed by the prime construction contractor complies with the clients construction standards approved engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret civil and structural plans construction drawings rebar placement diagrams concrete mix designs and applicable specifications and standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and communicate findings effectively to project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in civil construction preferably within the transmission utility or infrastructure sectors with a strong emphasis on foundations earthwork and structural concrete.
• Strong management coordination and communication abilities; proven experience in field construction oversight.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with construction management software for documentation and reporting is required

Excel Engineering Offers

• Continuing education and on the job training
• Retirement plan 401(k) matching
• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• Wellness program
• Paid time off
• Paid Overtime

Excel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation disability age veteran status marital status or status with regard to public assistance. In our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion we strongly encourage applicants from populations that are underrepresented in the engineering field to apply. For applicants who need accommodation to apply please contact human resources at