Construction Inspector

US Facilities•Hampton, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking a Construction Inspector for a highway construction project in Suffolk, Virginia. The role independently coordinates, schedules, and inspects routine and complex highway construction activities to verify quality and compliance with plans, specifications, contracts, and applicable requirements. The position also provides oversight and guidance to other inspectors and helps ensure delivery of a safe, quality transportation system. The work is primarily outdoors along interstate highways and includes field inspections, materials testing, project documentation, contractor coordination, public relations, and project close-out support. The role operates in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with all-season and all-hour conditions, possible short-notice assignments, and exposure to traffic and inclement weather. Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. This is an essential position, with duties required during emergencies as determined by VDOT/project management. Employment is conditional on pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history screening, drug screening, a DMV records check, and having a valid Virginia driver’s license in good standing. A 90-day probation period and VDOT industry training are specified. Compensation is $25.00–$38.00 per hour, with vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and a 401(k).

Requirements

High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
Ability to perform physically demanding field work, including using test equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights and in confined spaces, and making visual observations.
Ability to provide work direction to others on construction projects and work independently.
Skill using 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, EEO, and DBE guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction.
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze roadway, structure, and bridge plans, specifications, contracts, and other project management documents.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT, contractor personnel, and the general public.
Ability to maintain detailed records and project files and prepare reports, forms, and correspondence.
Ability to work near and operate devices that use low-level ionizing radiation.
Skill using engineering and testing equipment.
Ability to work in a team environment and oversee and provide technical guidance and training to other inspectors.
Possess the required certifications at the time of employment and maintain them thereafter: 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; and Pavement Marking.
Virginia driver’s license in good standing; valid driver’s license required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Complete required pre-employment fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check, drug screening, and DMV records check.
Flexible schedule for a 24/7/365 operating environment; may be subject to short- or no-notice assignments.
Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required.

Nice To Haves

Training, experience, or education in construction or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or other project management software.
Experience overseeing the work of others.

Responsibilities

Independently coordinate, schedule, and inspect routine and complex highway construction projects to ensure quality and compliance with plans and specifications.
Report safety accidents, incidents, and concerns promptly and appropriately; verify employees and equipment follow safety practices and directives.
Monitor project schedules through progress meetings and notify the supervisor of contractor schedule variances outside contract allowances.
Review project quantities, costs, remaining work costs, and monthly pay items to support on-budget delivery and accurate contractor payment.
Review submittals and confirm required approvals before associated work begins.
Determine needed support equipment and ensure its proper maintenance, use, and return.
Ensure work zones are properly established and maintained and monitor erosion and sediment controls for compliance and maintenance.
Inspect construction activities for compliance with contracts, plans, environmental requirements, erosion and sediment controls, safety requirements, traffic controls, EEO and DBE guidelines, regulations, and permits.
Use checklists, spreadsheets, manufacturer recommendations, construction directives, traffic engineering memoranda, and materials memoranda to verify project contract compliance and quality requirements.
Notify contractors of non-compliance and document its resolution; work with contractors to resolve issues.
Oversee and perform materials testing to verify construction meets design quality standards.
Communicate with VDOT and external support staff; manage project public relations and respond to public concerns from landowners, business owners, and the traveling public.
Notify project support staff and the public about traffic changes and project phase starts and finishes; coordinate lane closure notifications with the Traffic Operations Center, Communications, and Residency.
Assist with project close-outs and track and maintain project materials documentation and project files.
Review or prepare detailed DWRs and diaries, correlating records with scheduled construction activities so VDOT can track activities, resources, productivity, and efficiencies.
Document daily occurrences, meetings, and communications and correlate them with contract documents to record changes in the contractor’s scope of work.
Issue quarterly CPEs for prime contractors and subcontractors so VDOT can evaluate contractor performance.
Provide work direction, oversight, technical guidance, and training to other inspectors.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment and a clean vehicle interior and exterior; practice safe driving.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or U.S. Facilities Senior Project Manager.