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Senior Construction Inspector - Federal Construction

Location: Lexington, KY 40509
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Travel: Approximately 10%
Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 annually
COA (contingent on award) and the length of the contract (two years plus).

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GoldenWolf is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Inspector to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) on the construction of the new USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Forage Animal Production Research Unit (FAPRU) located on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Kentucky.

This high-profile federal construction project involves the construction of an approximately $82 million laboratory and research facility. The selected candidate will serve as the Government's field representative, overseeing contractor performance, construction quality, safety compliance, and contract requirements throughout all phases of the project.

This role is ideal for experienced construction professionals with backgrounds in construction inspection, quality assurance, federal construction, commissioning, or construction management.

What You'll Do

Perform daily field inspections and surveillance of construction activities.
Verify compliance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, codes, and quality standards.
Evaluate workmanship, materials, installation methods, and contractor performance.
Conduct quality assurance inspections and prepare detailed inspection reports.
Review contractor quality control plans, schedules, safety plans, and environmental documentation.
Monitor testing activities, including concrete, soils, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems.
Track deficiencies, RFIs, non-conforming work, and corrective actions.
Participate in preconstruction meetings, quality control meetings, and progress reviews.
Review contractor progress reports and payment applications.
Assist with change orders, modifications, claims analysis, and technical evaluations.
Verify compliance with EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
Coordinate with contractors, government personnel, architects, engineers, and technical specialists.
Support final acceptance inspections, commissioning activities, and project closeout.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, contract administration, project management, or construction management.
Strong knowledge of commercial, institutional, laboratory, or federal construction projects.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
Experience preparing inspection reports and construction documentation.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in an active construction environment.
Ability to work full-time on-site in Lexington, Kentucky.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting USACE, DoD, USDA, NAVFAC, VA, or other federal construction projects.
Experience with quality assurance and contractor oversight.
Understanding of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
Familiarity with RMS/QCS software.
Experience reviewing CPM schedules and project controls.
Certifications such as OSHA 30, ICC Inspector, NICET, CQM-C, or similar are highly desirable.

Desired Technical Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

Fire Protection Systems (NFPA 13 & NFPA 72)
Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
HVAC Systems and TAB
Building Commissioning
Plumbing Systems (IPC)
Communications and Security Systems
Elevators and Specialized Equipment
Welding Inspection
Protective Coatings Inspection
Environmental Compliance and HAZWOPER
Laboratory and Research Facility Construction

Why Join GoldenWolf?

· Opportunity to support a high-profile federal construction project.

· Competitive salary range: $140,000 - $160,000.

· Paid Time Off (PTO).

· Paid Federal Holidays.

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

· 401(k) with up to 5% employer match.

· Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage options.

· Career growth within a nationally recognized facilities and construction services organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GoldenWolf, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Company Description

GoldenWolf is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business that provides comprehensive facility management and support services to federal agencies. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of professional services, including facilities condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, strategic planning, and technical support across civilian and defense sectors. We invite you to visit the GoldenWolf website at www.goldenwolf.com to learn more about the organization and explore other career opportunities.

Compensation: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GoldenWolf, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering high-impact solutions to federal clients in healthcare, defense, and infrastructure sectors. Our people are our strength—we combine technical expertise, mission understanding, and operational excellence to deliver superior outcomes across the U.S.

We take pride in improving operational effectiveness, resilience, and sustainability for complex facilities through informed strategy, innovative engineering, and exceptional performance.

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