Construction Inspector-Atlanta, GA

Accura Engineering•Charlotte, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector will assist Senior Inspectors in performing construction oversight and inspection duties. This role involves reviewing and interpreting construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings, and monitoring construction activities for compliance with quality standards and specifications. The inspector will also conduct field audits of developer and Independent Construction Quality Assurance (ICQA) processes, inspect roadways, structures, and drainage systems, and observe and support the verification of materials sampling and testing. Additionally, the position requires attending pre-activity meetings, documenting inspection findings, preparing electronic reports, and upholding safety practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology, and two (2) years of progressive experience in roadway and bridge construction inspection; or Associate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology, and five (5) years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience; or High school diploma or equivalent, and seven (7) years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience as an employee or OVF for a State Highway Agency and construction experience; or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.
Obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames (approx. 6 months) as required: GDOT’s Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests – Group 1 (General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, Basic Highway Plan Reading). GDOT WECS. GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification. GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control). Certifications from other agencies or states may possibly be substituted.
Basic proficiency of highway construction methods, materials, and equipment.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents and specifications.
Proficiency in using computers and office equipment for documentation and reporting.
Valid US Driver’s License is required to drive company vehicles to project sites.
As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical training in civil engineering, construction management, or related field and 5 years of (roadway construction) related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education is a plus
Prior experience on large-scale transportation infrastructure projects.
Proficiency in geometry and trigonometry as applied to construction surveying and layout.
Proficient communication skills - written and verbal

Responsibilities

Assist Senior Inspectors in performing construction oversight and inspection duties.
Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
Monitor construction activities for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Conduct field audits of developer and Independent Construction Quality Assurance (ICQA) processes.
Inspect roadways, structures, and drainage systems for conformance to project requirements.
Observe and support the verification of materials sampling and testing (soils, aggregate, asphalt, concrete).
Attend pre-activity meetings with contractors and quality teams.
Document inspection findings and prepare electronic reports.
Uphold and promote safety practices in all construction activities.