Construction Inspectors - Technicians _ road/bridge projects

Description

• Works independently on broad projects under direction of a Dept. Manager while managing a team of direct reports or projects.
• Perform construction engineering technician (inspection) services related to earthwork, concrete, asphalt and utility construction for NCDOT, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Perform engineering and construction field testing primarily on roadway/bridge projects.
• Inspect and report on specific aspects of construction work in progress, such as concrete pours, rebar placement, pipe replacements.
• Inspect and sample construction materials.
• Perform computations with formulas, plot data, and draw simple curves and graphs.
• Assist engineers in the field during soil and materials investigations.
• Ensure job site tests/observations, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications, are performed per standard methods, project specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform field testing and observation of soils, concrete, and asphalt.
• Perform inspections for construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans, and proposals for roadway work.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations as bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• May assist with notifying the contractor or the project engineer of non‑conforming work.

Requirements

We are seeking Inspectors and Technicians who will play a key role in construction inspection and quality control for state (NCDOT), county, and local clients. The work will involve testing and inspection on a variety of projects, primarily roadway and bridge, but may also include water, wastewater, aviation, commercial, and municipal utility sectors. Inspectors will learn construction inspection techniques and creative problem‑solving while collaborating closely with municipal agencies.

• Projects are typically in the central NC region; frequent travel within this region is expected.
• NCDOT project experience and certifications are a strong plus.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, testing, and inspection principles.
• Experience with materials testing.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience in performing quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skill in field reporting, writing reports, and maintaining records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in external environmental conditions during difficult weather.
• Ability to provide status updates independently.
• Minimum 2+ years experience in construction inspection and testing on NCDOT projects.
• Familiarity with highway construction specifications and previous field experience.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction engineering services and inspection/testing.
• Experience with field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, masonry, structural steel, etc.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Level II Soils, ICC Special inspections and/or CWI/NDT inspectors (optional).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

If you are passionate about staying ahead of industry trends, enjoy problem‑solving, and have an interest in construction inspection on transportation projects, we want to hear from you. This posting is more than a job advertisement; it is an invitation to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and passion converge. Our cross‑functional team dynamic and supportive culture provide opportunities to grow and develop new skills.

CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award‑winning Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a 401(k) plan. Additional perks include a stipend for personal vehicle use or a company take‑home vehicle for assignments in central North Carolina.

• Stipend for personal vehicle use or a company take‑home vehicle will be provided based on the assignment.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance