Construction Inspector

STV•Fairfax, VA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking a Construction Inspector II to join their Transportation division. This role will focus on roadway, bridge, and transit-related construction projects, serving clients in the Washington, DC Metro area. The company is a national leader with over 100 years of experience, providing comprehensive architectural, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction management services. With over 3500 employees across more than 40 offices, STV is committed to innovation and quality.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of construction management (CM) or construction engineering and inspection (CEI) experience with an Associate of Applied Science OR bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field of study from an ABET accredited university.
Concrete Field (VDOT, ACI Conc. Field Level I, or NICET Level II) certification.
Soil & Aggregate Compaction (VDOT or NICET LEVEL II) certification.
Asphalt Field Level I & II (VDOT) certification.
Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control & Flagger (VDOT) certification.
30 Hour OSHA Safety Training.
Must provide his/her own vehicle.
Hold a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to traverse rough terrain.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time while performing manual tasks.
Ability to work outdoors during all types of weather.

Nice To Haves

Experience with VDOT and DDOT and knowledge of their Roadway and Bridge standards and specifications.
Railroad / Transit Experience (CSX and/or NS / WMATA VRE).
Experience with local utility agencies surrounding DC.
Environmental permit compliance inspection experience preferred, including knowledge of SWPPP, Pollution Prevention, Spill Containment Plans, C-107 process, VDOT’s VSMP, ESCCC, and MS4 programs.

Responsibilities

Performs construction inspection activities on roadway, bridge, and transit-related construction projects.
Monitors contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
Ensures contractor adherence to project safety.
Checks and verifies layouts.
Reads and interprets construction plans and technical specifications.
Performs (QC) and/or monitors (QA) on-site material testing and sampling.
Performs measurement and documentation of completed quantities of work.
Prepares daily inspection reports.
Serves as the lead/only inspector for small projects (construction value of $5M or less).
Assists Project Manager and Resident Engineer with other field assignments as needed.
Typical assignments will include roadway, bridge, railroad, and local transit (bus and rail) construction projects.
Frequent contact with engineers and agency personnel to discuss and resolve field construction issues and to obtain technical guidance in specialty areas of engineering and inspections.
Frequent contact with the contractor to schedule and coordinate project inspection and resolve problems.
Frequent contact with local government and law enforcement agencies to explain work under construction and coordinate traffic control.
Frequent contact with suppliers to monitor receipt of materials.
Frequent contact with utility companies to coordinate relocation and installation.
Frequent contact with the public to provide information and resolve issues.

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships