Construction Inspection Coordinator

Kleinfelder Inc • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking a Construction Inspection Coordinator to join its Construction Materials Engineering and Testing team in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. The role provides professional services for construction materials testing projects and supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex construction programs and projects. The coordinator works with staff and clients, helps manage technical work and project budgets, and ensures deadlines are met through effective scheduling and organization of available resources.

Candidates must have at least seven years of experience in materials testing and/or highway construction inspection and meet all requirements for TS II-C / Construction Inspector B, including the same required certifications. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction and applicable VDOT standards and manuals, as well as relevant environmental, safety, and Equal Employment Opportunity requirements. The coordinator must be able to provide technical supervision and leadership, conduct project meetings, make field adjustments using mathematical formulas and field management principles, and communicate effectively with agency and contractor personnel and the public.

The position also requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities, a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, and the ability to pass a drug test. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and able to use a company-provided laptop or tablet and Microsoft Office programs. Kleinfelder offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, continuing-education and training/certification expense reimbursement, and career development opportunities through an internal mentoring program.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in materials testing and/or inspection of highway construction.
• Meet all requirements of TS II-C / Construction Inspector B.
• Comprehensive knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction, maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation methods, materials, standards, and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal environmental, safety, and Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain the same certifications required for Construction Inspector B.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to use a company-provided laptop or tablet and working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good work ethic, attention to detail, and a high level of personal integrity.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Soil and Aggregate Compaction certification (VDOT or NICET Level II).
• Asphalt Field Level I and II certification.
• VDOT Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field certification.
• VDOT or ACI Concrete Field Level I, WACEL Concrete I, or NICET Level II certification.
• Pavement Marking certification.
• VDOT Slurry Surfacing certification.
• VDOT Surface Treatment certification.
• VDOT Flagger Certification.
• VDOT Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection.
• Virginia DEQ Nuclear Gauge Safety Training.
• Nuclear Regulatory Commission-recognized stormwater management inspector certification, obtained before installation of stormwater items.
• Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control certification.
• VDOT-approved provider 10-hour OSHA Safety Training.
• OSHA GRIT (Guardrail Certification) - VDOT.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Professional Engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services for construction materials testing projects.
• Perform accurate computations and review laboratory test reports.
• Review daily observation reports and materials testing data sheets.
• Collaborate with staff and work actively with clients to deliver complex programs and projects.
• Assist with preparing proposals and fee estimates.
• Plan and execute technical work.
• Assist with monitoring and controlling project budgets.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure project deadlines are met through appropriate scheduling, coordination, and organization of available resources.
• Establish and maintain relationships through effective communication, professionalism, and a client-service focus.
• Provide technical supervision and leadership to other inspectors.
• Prepare for and conduct project-related meetings.
• Apply mathematical formulas and field management principles to determine major field adjustments.
• Prepare effective correspondence for agency and contractor personnel and the general public.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Reimbursement for continuing education and expenses associated with training and certifications
• Career development opportunities through an internal Mentoring Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed