Construction Inspector

Description

• Maintain detailed records.
• Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Apply mathematical formulas and field management principles to determine minor field adjustments.
• Perform and document required materials testing.
• Review and monitor Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal-aid construction projects, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements.
• Schedules work and inspection phases with Contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
• Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
• Takes field measurements of pay items.
• Communicate with the agency and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Reviews placement of and performs tests on construction materials.
• Monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee.
• Observes and documents Contractor’s daily production rates.
• Inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
• Read and interpret roadway, structure and bridge plans and specification.
• Observes, documents and communicates with Contractor's regarding completion of all elements of project work to include identifying non-compliant work.
• Oversees and enforces the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
• Maintains project records; including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.

Requirements

• Knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications.
• Experience with: VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, Inspector Manual, and Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Construction plans, symbols, and terminology; State and federal environmental, safety, and Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and regulations.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid Driver's License is required with a safe driving record and must complete a pre-employment screening.
• Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software and all construction management software systems used by the Client.
• Experience in materials, standards, and specifications related to VDOT projects and facilities required.
• Ability to use the Project’s contract management software.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Lead Construction Inspector: 7-10+ years of experience
• Construction Inspector: 3-7 years of experience
• Asphalt Field Level I and II, Concrete Field, American Concrete Institute (Level 1), Pavement Marking (CCWA), Nuclear Gauge Training plus Hazmat, Soil and Aggregate Compaction (CCWA), Surface Treatment, Slurry Surfacing, Guardrail Installers Training, DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Level, and DEQ Storm Water Management Inspector Level desired.
• Construction Inspector Trainee: 0-3 years of experience

Benefits

• Opportunities to work on impactful infrastructure projects that shape and connect communities
• ICE is a drug-free workplace.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Professional development and clear paths for career growth
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance