Construction Inspector

The NISC IV program at Leidos has an opening for a Construction Inspector at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities. The candidate will provide technical construction management and oversight support for FAA facility modernization.

Construction inspection assistance to the FAA Resident Engineer is required for various projects including, but not limited to: building a new wing for environmental equipment and mechanical systems, roofing, parking lots, facility refurbishment and security doors.

The candidates will apply broad experience and advanced technical knowledge on multiple, varying and complex assignments. It is necessary to plan, coordinate and perform work with a high degree of independence, while keeping the Project Engineer advised of significant problem areas. The work will require the ability to operate independently to evaluate the functional status of systems and facilities, construction progress, review electrical schematics, installation designs and specifications, manage project logistics, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and prepare risk mitigation plans.

Routine duties will include:

Review, document, and report on construction progress to the FAA Resident Engineer.

Monitor construction site safety, and prepare notices of unsafe working conditions.

Perform engineering analysis with respect to code compliance, reliability, maintainability, safety, economy, project specifications, and recommend corrective action where appropriate.

Provide estimates of construction progress.

Escort contractor personnel in security restricted areas.

Maintain records of receipt, inventory and condition of Government Furnished Material (GFM).

Prepare daily entries in the Construction Logbook.

Maintain records of all correspondence and reports pertaining to the project.

Position requires approximately 80 % travel.

Required Skills:

Strong technical background and experience with construction projects, risk mitigation, coordination planning and documentation.

Experience reviewing project drawings and specifications.

Ability to obtain and/or maintain Public Trust security clearance.

6 years of prior relevant construction management experience such as Superintendent, Foreman, etc. or BS with 2+ years relevant experience.

Desired Skills:

Prior FAA experience.

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Original Posting:

October 21, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.