Join Otak for an exciting opportunity as a skilled Construction Inspector on a limited duration project near beautiful coastal towns Newport and Manzanita, Oregon! This role offers an opportunity to advance your career by overseeing and inspecting a complex project while collaborating with our experienced project managers to ensure the successful completion of public works infrastructure projects.
This is a full-time, limited duration position scheduled from April 1st through October 31, 2025 (lodging, per-diem and transportation provided).
What you’ll do:
Ensure site observations and Weekly Site Report are completed, tracked and documented.
Review and interpret construction documents, site drawings, as-built drawings, and specifications.
Assist in resolving construction issues by clarifying plans and specifications.
Submittal review; monitor that the contractor is providing approved items through submittal process.
Assists SPM or PM in ensuring all permits are procured and the applicant is following all jurisdictional requirements.
Assess and review change order requests.
What you bring:
ODOT Construction Inspector certification required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a construction, technical or design related field desired.
Valid driver's license including a good driving record and ability to meet company insurance requirements.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.
Pay Range: $40 - $50 per hour
Benefits
At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you’re at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.
Why work at Otak?
We’re not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren’t just joining a firm — you’re joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don’t just believe in cultivating our own community; we’re also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we’re committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we’re expanding — and we’re dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.
Equal Opportunity
Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at Otak, Inc. provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. Otak ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).
At Otak, we recognize that inclusion is a practice, and we are determined to lead our industry by embedding that practice into our work. Cultivating an inclusive workplace environment is ongoing and consistent work, requiring dedication and commitment from every member of the organization. Otak is building a foundation for a more inclusive future, deepening our engagement with local communities, and cultivating enduring relationships.
Otak’s Vision for an Inclusive Environment includes the following:
We embrace diverse identities, and willingly engage across difference
All employees can experience the workplace safely and show up as their authentic selves
Fostering unique perspectives and an open exchange of ideas
Engaging one another with curiosity rather than judgment
Relationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect
If you are a minority, veteran, person with a disability, or a member of the LGBTQA Community, we strongly encourage and welcome you to apply to any open position of interest.
Please note, Otak is not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies at this time.
Apply at: https://otakinc.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/0377470b-c28e-f65d-6cc5-8bf7a8356666/apply?source=3330923-CS-50740