Construction Inspectors - Technicians _ road/bridge projects

Description

• This position 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 roadway/bridge projects.
• Inspect and report on specific aspects of construction works in progress, such as concrete pours, rebar placement, pipe replacements as examples.
• Inspect and sample construction materials.
• Perform computations with formulas, plots data and draws simple curves and graphs.
• Assist Engineers in the field during soil and materials investigations.
• Ensure that job site tests/observations, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications are performed in accordance with the standard test/observation methods, project specifications and other 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/or proposals for primarily roadway work, roadway, pavement.
• 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 looking for Inspectors and Technicians | Construction Inspection Services who will play a key role in all aspects of construction inspection services and quality control for state (NCDOT), county, and local Clients. You’ll be involved in the testing and inspection aspects of a wide variety of construction projects including those primarily in the roadway/bridge arena, and could also include water/wastewater, aviation, commercial, and municipal utility/infrastructure sectors. We’ll teach/you’ll learn aspects of construction inspection and creative problem‑solving skills while collaborating closely with institutions/municipal agencies.

• This position will use experience while learning new skills to assist clients through our cross-functional team dynamic and company culture.
• Projects are typically in the southeast 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 environment conditions during difficult weather.
• Ability to provide status updates independently.
• 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 – good to have but not required.
• Must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award‑winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), and a 401K plan.

• A 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