Civil Construction Inspector

Brudis & Associates, Inc.•Frederick, MD

7d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Brudis & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Civil Construction Inspector to support the Construction Management and Inspection Department on upcoming Frederick County Government capital improvement and infrastructure programs. This role provides essential quality assurance and field inspection for heavy civil infrastructure components, including county roadway improvements, structural concrete, paving, drainage, utilities, and stormwater management systems across Frederick County’s infrastructure network. The successful candidate will act as the "eyes and ears" on-site, ensuring contractors execute work in strict compliance with Frederick County standard specifications, project designs, and Maryland environmental regulations. This position will work at varied project locations across Frederick County, Maryland.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive experience in civil construction inspection, specifically focused on public works, highway, roadway, or county infrastructure projects.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong capability to read and interpret complex civil engineering plan sets, cross-sections, profiles, structural shop drawings, and standard specifications (Frederick County / MDOT SHA).
Willingness to work outdoors in active construction zones, walk on uneven terrain, and adapt to shifts dictated by project schedules.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for traveling to regional project sites.

Nice To Haves

A degree or coursework in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management is a plus.
Mid-Atlantic Region Technician Certification Program (MARTCP) certifications (e.g., Concrete, Asphalt, or Soils/Aggregate).
Current Maryland Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Certification (modern online tracking system / "Yellow Card").
American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I.
Direct past experience inspecting projects for Frederick County Government, local Maryland county public works departments, or MDOT agencies.
Familiarity with electronic daily logging software and project management systems.

Responsibilities

Perform continuous on-site inspection of civil construction activities including excavation, backfilling, subgrade preparation, utility installations, concrete reinforcement, formwork, and asphalt/concrete placement.
Monitor project sites daily to ensure rigorous adherence to approved Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) plans and Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) permit standards.
Field-verify, witness, and document quality control testing performed by independent labs, including soil compaction, asphalt density, and plastic/hardened concrete properties (slump, air content, cylinders).
Author detailed Daily Inspector Reports (DIRs) detailing contractor tracking (labor, equipment, materials), progress of specific pay items, weather conditions, field measurements, and any deviations from contract plans.
Confirm all incoming civil materials are sourced from approved manufacturers and align with stamped, approved submittmits before installation.
Actively monitor contractor work zones to verify that temporary traffic control setups match approved standards for public and worker safety.