Job Description

Civil Inspector

Location: Padeswood, North Wales

Contract: 12 Months - 24 Months + 

Hours: 40 Hours per Week

Rate: £40.00 - £45.00 PAYE per hour + Holiday Pay

About the Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Inspector to join a major industrial construction project based in Padeswood, Mold. Working on the construction of a new build Carbon Capture facility. 

Working as part of the Project Quality Team, you will be responsible for independently inspecting and monitoring civil, structural and architectural construction activities, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and UK industry standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile engineering project, providing quality assurance throughout the construction phase while supporting the successful delivery of the works.

The Role As the Civil Inspector, you will maintain a proactive site presence, carrying out routine inspections and quality surveillance to ensure construction activities are completed correctly first time.

You will also undertake formal inspections following contractor Notifications of Inspection (NOIs) and Requests for Inspection (RFIs), maintaining detailed quality records and supporting the wider project team with reporting and quality assurance activities.

This role offers a balance of practical site inspection and quality documentation, requiring excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out independent inspections of civil, structural and architectural works.

Provide proactive site surveillance throughout all phases of construction.

Undertake inspections in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

Respond to contractor Notifications of Inspection (NOIs) and Requests for Inspection (RFIs).

Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications and project quality requirements.

Participate in pre-construction readiness inspections.

Ensure works do not commence without approved documentation, permits and released inspection hold points.

Witness inspection and testing activities in accordance with project requirements.

Monitor contractor workmanship and identify quality issues before they impact the programme.

Review contractor quality documentation including:

Material certificates

Test records

Inspection reports

Delivery documentation

As-built information

Maintain accurate inspection records and upload documentation to project quality/completions systems.

Produce daily and weekly quality reports.

Maintain site inspection trackers.

Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required.

Support investigations and verify completion of corrective actions.

Attend daily coordination meetings and provide updates on inspection status and quality performance.

Build effective working relationships with contractors, engineering teams and project management while maintaining independent quality oversight.Scope of Inspection The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting a range of civil construction activities including:

Pre-construction readiness

Earthworks

Ground preparation and compaction

Roads and hardstanding

Foundations

Piling

Underground drainage

Buried services

Structural steelwork

Steel erection

Bolted and welded connections

Cladding systems

Associated civil and structural interfacesEssential Experience To be considered for this role, you will have:

Proven experience as a Civil Inspector working within a dedicated Project Quality Team.

Previous experience on major EPC or EPCM construction projects.

Strong knowledge of civil, structural and architectural construction practices.

Experience inspecting:

Earthworks

Foundations

Piling

Drainage

Structural steelwork

Roads and hardstanding

Excellent understanding of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and construction specifications.

Knowledge of UK construction standards including:

BS EN Standards

ICE Specifications

Eurocodes

CDM Regulations

Experience witnessing construction testing including:

Concrete slump testing

Concrete cube testing

Compaction testing

Pile integrity testing

Strong reporting and documentation skills.

Comfortable working independently in a site-based environment.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Essential Qualifications

Valid CSCS Card

Valid Site Medical CertificateDesirable

HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or Construction.

Level 2 or Level 3 Qualification in Quality Control/Quality Assurance.

Experience in concrete technology or geotechnical inspections.

Experience using electronic quality reporting or completions systems.

Membership of a relevant professional institution.Get in touch now If you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the relevant skills and experience our client is looking for, then this could be the opportunity for you, so apply now or contact Stuart Cooper via LinkedIn.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

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