Carter Clark
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Seasoned Senior Construction Inspector with 10 years of experience in the construction industry, including 7 years specializing in quality assurance, safety management, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in worksite safety audits, multi-phase project oversight, and inspection operations management. Skilled in leading teams of inspectors, training junior staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance across civil, commercial, and municipal infrastructure projects. Extensive experience in lead service line inventory management, pipeline and utility inspections, and compliance with ASTM, VDOT, DEQ, NEC, and OSHA standards. Adept at risk mitigation, contractor coordination, and delivering high-quality inspection results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Construction Inspector
Bowman
10.2022 - Current
- Oversee lead service line inventory inspections, ensuring compliance with EPA and local water authority standards
- Manage and direct inspection operations, ensuring projects adhere to safety regulations, engineering specifications, and industry standards
- Supervise and mentor junior inspectors, providing training in quality control procedures, safety compliance, and technical inspections
- Conduct worksite safety audits and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with OSHA, VDOT, and DEQ requirements
- Lead inspections of HDPE piping installations, gravity/force main systems, and directional drilling operations, ensuring adherence to ASTM D2321 standards
- Oversee multi-lift concrete operations, subgrade preparation, and foundation engineering for elevated structures and infrastructure projects
- Inspect MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems, ensuring adherence to NEC and plumbing codes
- Manage final inspections and project closeouts, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and regulatory standards
- Utilize GIS systems for data collection, mapping, and reporting
Code Compliance Inspector II
Froehling & Robertson (F&R)
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Supervised building code inspections for structural, mechanical, and electrical systems in major commercial and infrastructure projects
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, conducting hazard assessments, confined space evaluations, and worksite audits
- Led inspections of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical system upgrades, verifying compliance with state and federal codes
- Directed structural restorations, welding inspections, and foundation assessments, ensuring adherence to AWS D1.1 and ACI standards
- Trained junior inspectors in safety protocols, technical reporting, and regulatory compliance
- Reviewed and resolved non-compliance issues, collaborating with project teams to implement corrective measures
Project Manager / Inspector
United Construction
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed inspection operations, overseeing safety compliance, project timelines, and regulatory adherence across multiple sites
- Led quality assurance programs, ensuring construction projects met industry standards and client expectations
- Conducted safety training sessions for field inspectors and contractors, ensuring adherence to OSHA and state regulations
- Supervised junior inspectors, providing mentorship and oversight in technical inspections, compliance documentation, and risk assessments
- Coordinated with engineers and project managers to resolve construction defects and regulatory challenges
Technician
Aclara Smart Grid Solutions
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Oversaw water meter inspections and lead service line evaluations, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Conducted safety briefings and training sessions for new hires, emphasizing confined space safety and electrical hazard awareness
- Implemented quality control processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing equipment failures
Education
Business Studies
Louisburg College
Skills
- Lead Service Line Inventory Management
- Safety Audits & Risk Mitigation
- Inspection Operations Management
- Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, NEC, VDOT, DEQ, ASTM, NFPA)
- Quality Assurance & Technical Inspections
- Supervision & Mentorship of Junior Inspectors
- Concrete Operations & Structural Integrity Assessments
- Foundation Engineering & Subgrade Preparation
- MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) System Inspections
- Blueprint & Technical Schematic Interpretation
- Project Closeouts & Punch List Management
- GIS Data Entry & Asset Management
- Confined Space & Trench Safety Compliance
- Worksite Training & Safety Leadership
Project Experience
- HRSD - Eastern Shore Transmission
Oversaw installation of 22,730 LF of HDPE piping, directional drilling, and three new pump stations, ensuring full compliance with state and federal safety regulations.
- Prince George County - Lead Service Line Inventory
Directed lead service line identification and replacement oversight, ensuring compliance with EPA regulations and state health department standards.
- Tidewater Community College - Norfolk Campus
Led structural inspections and restoration oversight, ensuring proper curing, load distribution, and building code compliance.
Windsor Waterline Replacement
Managed waterline replacement operations, ensuring proper trenching, bedding, and compliance with local and state regulations.
- Charles City Fire Station Water Main
Inspected 7,200 LF of HDPE water main installation, ensuring proper safety measures, backfilling, and pressure testing.
Certification
OSHA 10
VDOT Confined Space
VDOT Work Zone Traffic Control
Timeline
Senior Construction Inspector
Bowman
10.2022 - Current
Code Compliance Inspector II
Froehling & Robertson (F&R)
01.2022 - 10.2022
Project Manager / Inspector
United Construction
08.2018 - 01.2022
Technician
Aclara Smart Grid Solutions
05.2017 - 08.2018
Business Studies
Louisburg College
OSHA 10
VDOT Confined Space
VDOT Work Zone Traffic Control
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