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Updated: 11 May 2013
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Construction Inspector 2013 Total Pay (?
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$34,124 - $82,439
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MEDIAN: $53,744
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National Hourly Rate Data (?
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$0$18$36$54
Hourly Rate$15.58 - $36.40  
   
Overtime$19.43 - $53.99  
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$34,124 - $82,439  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 11 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 329

Construction Inspector Tasks

  • Perform civil and structural tests on soil compaction, materials, paint thickness, etc.
  • Examine plans and blueprints to identify errors in design and construction, then communicate those findings.
  • Examine, draw, and write reports and diagrams to demonstrate progress and plans, including those necessary for permits.
  • Physically inspect construction projects and sites to ensure safe working conditions, correct materials, and eventual structural integrity.
  • Work with teams to schedule utility outages, road blockages, and other site-specific safety measures.
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Companies and Industries for Construction Inspector Salaries

Popular Industries

Hourly Rate

Engineering Services$14.23 - $39.43
Construction Management$13.50 - $36.84
Consulting$13.65 - $40.22
Civil Engineering Construction$14.39 - $40.63
Local Government$15.20 - $40.57
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Key Statistics for Construction Inspector Salaries and Jobs

Female
7%
female alumni
 
Male
93%
male alumni
Hourly Rate:$14.72 - $21.36 $19.68 - $30.12
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
1%
1-4 years
25%
5-9 years
23%
10-19 years
25%
20 years or more
26%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 78% dental benefits Dental: 62%
vision benefits Vision: 47% employee benefits None: 20%

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Career Path for Construction Inspector Jobs

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Common Future Jobs

Construction Inspector

Salary Range

$34,124 - $82,439
payscale
Engineering Technician
$30,742 - $67,997
Construction Foreman
$33,054 - $80,120
Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Control (QC) Inspector
$24,822 - $64,020
 
Common Future Jobs

Construction Inspector

Salary Range

$34,124 - $82,439
payscale
Project Manager, Construction
$42,197 - $110,943
Civil Engineer
$42,334 - $88,795
Construction and Building Inspector
$30,537 - $84,011
 

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