Construction Inspector

Overview

Inspect and ensure compliance of Delaware transportation construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• site access
• heavy lifting
• physical work

Tasks

-Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles -Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 50 yards. -Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing

Requirements

• nicet
• materials testing
• unifier
• atssa
• inspection experience
• driver's license

What You Bring

The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) We have an immediate need for qualified construction inspectors for transportation facilities, highway and bridge improvements including signal installations (new and upgrades) in Delaware - Statewide. Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment -Materials Testing and Inspection e.g., ACI, MARTCP, PennDOT (Recommended) -Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document. -Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites. -Inspection skills- Applicants must have demonstrated inspection experience in one or more of the following categories - DelDOT roadway safety & intersection improvement construction including related signal work, safety improvements, bridge rehabilitation, pavement resurfacingn SWM; and related ancillary improvements including work requiring monitoring a contractor’s work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirements; experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, reviewing payment requisitions and maintaining field sketchbooks and as-built drawings. -Must have good communication skills -Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) are required for completing electronic inspection reports and familiarity with construction management field documentation (e.g. IDRs). DelDOT - Unifier experience highly preferred -High School diploma or State Equivalency Certificate -Additional Training and Certifications:NICET (Levels I - IV) certification (Required)Temporary Traffic Control (ATSSA) Sediment & Erosion Control e.g., DNREC CCRMaterials Testing and Inspection e.g., ACI, MARTCP, PennDOT (Recommended) -NICET (Levels I - IV) certification (Required) -Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 75 miles round trip. -Must have writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports and sketch books -Sediment & Erosion Control e.g., DNREC CCR -Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces -Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers -Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time -A minimum of 5 years of specific field construction inspection experience in the areas listed below.Inspection skills- Applicants must have demonstrated inspection experience in one or more of the following categories - DelDOT roadway safety & intersection improvement construction including related signal work, safety improvements, bridge rehabilitation, pavement resurfacingn SWM; and related ancillary improvements including work requiring monitoring a contractor’s work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirements; experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, reviewing payment requisitions and maintaining field sketchbooks and as-built drawings. Additional Training and Certifications:NICET (Levels I - IV) certification (Required)Temporary Traffic Control (ATSSA) Sediment & Erosion Control e.g., DNREC CCRMaterials Testing and Inspection e.g., ACI, MARTCP, PennDOT (Recommended) -Must have the ability to read/interpret plans and specifications

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Benefits

-Parental and maternity leave benefits -401(k) Retirement Plan -Tuition Reimbursement -Healthcare benefits -Flexible work schedule options -Leave accrual and paid holidays -Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement -Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance -Employee Assistance Program -Competitive salary

About Whitman, Requardt And Associates, Llp

-Known for a strong focus on infrastructure and buildings, the firm has been involved in major transportation, energy, and water resource projects. -The company’s diverse portfolio spans public and private sector work, with a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions in transportation, water, and utilities. -Specializing in large-scale, complex projects, [Company Name] has earned a reputation for its expertise in managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering innovative solutions. -The firm’s work is characterized by cutting-edge design, sustainable engineering practices, and an unwavering commitment to meeting client needs, ensuring lasting impacts on the communities it serves.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship will be provided; applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s. -the company will not sponsor any employment‑based visas (e.g., h‑1b, l‑1, tn, etc.).