Job Description

BB&E is an employee-owned, full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both federal and private sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering, and Program/Project Management Services to our clients.

BB&E is currently looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Construction Inspector (Entry, Mid, and Senior Level) to support the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (35 CES) at Misawa Air Base, Japan. This role is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the quality and compliance of construction projects in support of Air Force infrastructure programs.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections to verify compliance with contract drawings, specifications, and applicable codes
• Execute quality assurance (QA/QC) activities across all phases of construction
• Monitor contractor performance, schedules, and workmanship quality
• Identify deficiencies, safety concerns, and non-compliant work and document findings
• Review submittals, RFIs, and progress reports for accuracy and completeness
• Support project closeout activities including DD1354 and as-built documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and government stakeholders
• Maintain detailed inspection records, reports, and supporting documentation
• Provide daily/weekly inspection reports and input to Monthly Status Reports (MSR)
• Assist in resolving construction issues and tracking corrective actions

Requirements

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Government Security Clearance (NACI) is required

• Knowledge: ·

• Strong knowledge of construction inspection practices and QA/QC procedures

• Familiarity with DoD construction standards (UFC/UFGS) and safety regulations

• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey concepts to diverse audiences

• Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint and advanced Adobe skills preferred

• Self-Starter: Highly motivated to improve organizational efficiency, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously

Experience & Education

• Experience: A minimum of three (3) to ten (10) years in construction inspection.

• Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management field.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform desk work for extended periods, including sitting and using a computer.
• Ability to walk and navigate varied facilities, including construction areas and uneven terrain.
• Fieldwork might require bending, stooping, and kneeling to access and inspect facilities in confined or difficult-to-reach areas.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Requires sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to perform related tasks.

Benefits

Benefits

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer-provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

*BB&E is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.