Structural Construction Inspector, Welding and Steel - Airports
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Job Description:
Parsons is the premier choice for world-class aviation design, engineering, and construction services. More than 450 airports in 40 countries have counted on us to plan, construct, enhance, and sustain their landside and airside infrastructure—totaling more than $175 billion in construction value. We have worked on some of the largest international airports around the world! Join us in providing support for Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Parsons is looking for a Structural Inspector, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and Steel projects located within an aviation environment in Austin, TX. The Inspector will be responsible for field verification, documentation, and coordination with contractors and stakeholders throughout the construction lifecycle.
This Structural Inspector will have the following responsibilities:
- Structural Steel: Bolting, welding, high strength bolted connections, member alignment, coatings.
- Reinforced Concrete: Placement, consolidation, curing, rebar size/spacing/cover, formwork, PT operations.
- Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete: Tendon installation, stressing, grouting, elongation verification.
- Masonry: Reinforcement, grout, construction methods, lintels/bearing.
- Foundations & Deep Foundations: Drilled shafts, piles, anchors; bearing capacity verification and integrity tests.
- Coordinate and witness material testing (e.g., cylinders, weld tests, UT/MT/PT/NDT).
Seeking Candidates with the following qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry
- Demonstrated aviation-related construction experience, including work on taxiways, runways, terminals, and/or underground utilities
- Ability to pass a TSA criminal history background check
- In-depth knowledge of environmental codes and regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with discipline-specific codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IMC, IPC, SMACNA, IBC, IEEE)
- Ability to interpret and coordinate with third-party inspection reports
- Strong understanding of contract documents, technical specifications, and design standards
- Valid Driver’s License
Additional Responsibilities:
- Conduct field inspections to verify conformance with approved contract documents and applicable codes
- Review contractor work for compliance with specifications, manufacturer instructions, and regulatory standards
- Coordinate daily activities with third-party inspectors and project stakeholders, including ABIA Operations, Environmental teams, City inspectors, and AUS personnel
- Document deficiencies and communicate findings to the Contractor, Construction Manager and CDS inspectors in a timely manner
- Support Construction Managers in verifying installed quantities for Pay Applications
- Maintain accurate daily inspection reports detailing work reviewed and observations made
- Participate in change management processes and assist in schedule evaluations
- Navigate and utilize project documentation including design drawings, specifications, Design Standards Manual, and contract terms
- Occasional night-time work may be required based on project demands
We offer challenging projects, stability, great resources to support you, as well as competitive salaries and excellent benefits!
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $35.96 - $62.93We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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