Marg Career Library - Construction and Building Inspectors

Overview:

Inspect constructions for structural soundness and conformity with specifications, building standards, and other restrictions, utilising technical expertise. Inspections might be broad in scope or focused on a specific area, such as electrical or plumbing systems.

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Career Path:

Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School:	Science with mathematics, diploma
Degree/Graduation Courses:	Associate's degree
Higher education/Post Graduation Courses:	NA

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Job Opportunities:

Coating inspectors
Elevator inspectors
Electrical inspectors
Mechanical inspector
Home inspectors

Job Responsibilities:

Other construction inspectors may be trained, directed, or supervised.
Approve building plans that meet all of the requirements.
To ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety rules, review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or building processes.
Inspect and oversee construction sites to ensure that safety, building codes, and specifications are followed.
To ensure that plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances are installed correctly and in accordance with applicable standards, keep an eye on them.
Explain restrictions to owners, violators, or authorities and make recommendations for corrective action.

Work Life:

Have to invest 40 hours per week
The job is irregular
Have an on-field job

Key Skills:

Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Reading effectively
Quality control analysis

Designation:

Entry-level

Apprenticeship

Mid-level

Construction site supervisor

High-level

Site Inspector

Merits & Demerits:

Merits

1. Work in varied environments
2. Get to meet new people
3. The job is more practical than theoretical

Demerits

1. May encounter extremely bright or inadequate lighting
2. There is a risk to safety
3. May be exposed to hazardous material

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Construction and Building Inspectors

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