Substation Quality Inspector II
Experience Level: 5+ Years
Industry: Utilities / Substation / Civil Construction

Location, Calera, AL

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Alabama Power

Job Summary
The Substation Quality Inspector II is responsible for supporting quality assurance and inspection activities on substation civil and construction projects. This role focuses on field-based inspections, verification of construction activities, and ensuring work aligns with approved plans, specifications, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate has strong field experience in surveying, grading, and civil construction, is comfortable working on active job sites, and communicates effectively with construction teams, engineers, and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities
Review and interpret grading plans, drawings, and soil/geotechnical reports

Perform field inspections to verify construction quality and compliance with project requirements

Support quality control and documentation activities on substation construction sites

Communicate inspection findings clearly through written reports and verbal updates

Coordinate with construction crews, survey teams, and project management

Utilize surveying equipment including robotic instruments, GPS, and data collectors

Maintain organized inspection records and field documentation

Support continuous improvement of quality and inspection processes

Work from a field office or job site, as required

Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of surveying experience using:

Robotic instruments

GPS systems

Data collector instruments

Experience reading and interpreting grading plans and soil reports

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently as a self-starter

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skills

Proficiency with computers and/or iPad for field documentation and reporting

Ability to work full-time in a field office or active job site environment

Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in civil construction, preferably supporting substation projects

Familiarity with utility construction standards and field inspection practices

Work Environment
Field-based role on substation construction sites

Combination of outdoor work and field office documentation

Requires comfort working in varying site and weather conditions