Construction Inspector
$52,000–$79,040 year
On-siteSuffolk, Virginia, United States
Suffolk, Virginia, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$52,000–$79,040 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Conduct independent coordination, scheduling, and inspection of routine and complex highway construction projects to ensure quality compliance with plans, specifications, and contracts. Monitor project schedules, review quantities and costs, and notify supervisors of variances outside contract allowances. Verify submittals, confirm material testing, and oversee work zones, safety practices, and erosion controls. Communicate with VDOT, contractors, and the public regarding traffic changes, lane closures, and concerns. Document daily occurrences, prepare detailed reports, and assist in project close-outs. Perform physical duties including field observations, equipment operation, and radiation safety checks in all-season, all-hour conditions.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or demonstrated equivalent
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in field conditions such as test equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights, in confined spaces and making visual observations
- Ability to provide work direction to others on construction projects
- Ability to work independently
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications
- Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans
- Considerable knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, and terminology
- Considerable knowledge of state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO and DBE guidelines and regulations as they relate to transportation construction
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze roadway, structure, and bridge plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT, contractor personnel, and the general public
- Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare reports, and maintain project files
- Ability to work in the vicinity and operate devices utilizing low-level ionizing radiation
- Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment
- Flexible schedule (relates to a 24/7/365 operating environment)
- DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN)
- DEQ: Inspector for Storm Water Management (SWM IN)
- Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge)
- Soils & Aggregate Compaction
- Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Safety
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification
- Slurry Surfacing
- Guard Rail Installer Training (GRIT)
- American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Level I (CCWA) or WACEL Concrete I Certification
- Pavement Marking
- Possession of required certifications at time of employment and maintain thereafter
- Ability to record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports, forms, and correspondence
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze roadway, structure, and bridge plans, construction contracts, and other project management documents
- Knowledge of construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications, and terminology
- Skill in applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO and DBE guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction
- Knowledge of mathematics and ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans
- Ability to work independently and oversee and provide technical guidance and training to other inspectors
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT, contractor personnel, and the general public
- Valid driver's license
- DMV records check
- Pre-employment drug screen
- Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check
- 90-day probation period
- VDOT industry training
- Significant all-season/all-hour operating conditions
- May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments
- Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required
- Standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, lifting, carrying; frequently reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing can be expected
- Demonstrate safety behaviors and advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities
- Manage area(s) of responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
- Practice routinely safety behaviors as a condition of employment
- Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment subject to short or no-notice work assignments and exposure to inclement weather
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver's license is required
- DMV records check is required
- Pre-employment drug screen is required
- Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required
- NOTE: This position is designed as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required
Desired Qualifications
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Construction or related field desired
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or other project management software
- Experience overseeing the work of others
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