Special Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

About Alta Environmental and Infrastructure

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is one of Arizona’s fastest-growing engineering firms, with nearly 250 employees across the state. We’re 100% Arizona owned and managed, which means you’ll never feel like a number here. Our team delivers a full spectrum of services - civil engineering, surveying, geotechnical and materials testing, environmental, and EHS - giving you exposure to many paths and projects.

Alta is big enough to offer opportunity, and advanced technology - yet small enough that you’ll know your team, see your impact, and have leadership that knows you.

We’re proud to be a trusted partner to some of the nation’s largest corporations, developers, and public agencies - helping to build the future, while also protecting it through environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions.

Position Summary

As a Special Inspector at Alta E&I, you'll serve as the day-to-day eyes and ears on construction sites, performing inspections and materials testing in accordance with project specifications and building codes. Areas of inspection may include soils, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and more. Work is conducted independently under the guidance of a Professional Engineer or Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing, observations, and inspections per project requirements.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Draft clear inspection reports for Project Manager review.
• Analyze data for accuracy before reporting findings.
• Communicate effectively with project teams.
• Adhere to OSHA and company safety standards, complete safety training.
• Conduct pre-task planning and report safety concerns.
• Maintain personal field equipment.
• Pursue and maintain relevant certifications (e.g., ICC, AWS CWI, PTI).

Requirements

Why Join Alta?

See your impact.

How many people can drive by a highway, school, or major company and say, “I helped build that?”

At Alta, every employee can. The work we do is visible in the infrastructure communities rely on every day.

We’re passionate about developing people. Many of our leaders began their journey in entry level positions, and worked their way up into management. We invest in you from day one with hands-on training, paid certifications, and mentorship to help you progress in your career.

Working at Alta means :

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Alta E&I is committed to a workplace free of discrimination based on age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Note : Selected applicants must pass a background check and drug screening.