Navy NEC · Engineering
B00A Construction Inspector
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A construction inspector reviews project drawings and specifications, prepares inspection plans, and checks civil, architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical work for compliance. The inspector verifies materials and equipment, coordinates system and quality control tests, and prepares inspection logs, records, and reports.
Core Skills
- construction document review
- inspection planning
- materials conformance verification
- civil work inspection
- structural work inspection
- electrical system inspection
- mechanical system inspection
- quality control testing
- inspection report writing
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
Civilian Career Paths
- Construction Management
- Civil Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- ICC Residential Building Inspector
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
Career Growth
- ICC Commercial Building Inspector
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Concrete Construction Special Inspector
- Certified Construction Manager® (CCM®)
Also Common
- ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector
- ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
- Associate Constructor Certification
What the Work Involves
- Approve building plans that meet required specifications.
- Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
- Issue permits for construction, relocation, demolition, or occupancy.
- Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.
- Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances to ensure that installation is performed properly and is in compliance with applicable regulations.
Related Occupations
- Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
- Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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