Construction Inspector-Atlanta, GA

Accura Engineering•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector assists Senior Inspectors with construction oversight and inspection. The role reviews and interprets construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings; monitors construction for compliance with quality standards and specifications; and conducts field audits of developer and Independent Construction Quality Assurance (ICQA) processes. The inspector examines roadways, structures, and drainage systems for conformance with project requirements and observes and supports verification of materials sampling and testing for soils, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete. The position also attends pre-activity meetings with contractors and quality teams, documents findings in electronic reports, and promotes safety in construction activities. Work is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and includes field work in varied conditions, including heights, live traffic, proximity to water, and adverse weather. Some night, holiday, and weekend work is required as needed. The selected candidate must have a valid U.S. driver's license to drive company vehicles to project sites and must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review. Required certifications and qualifications tests must be obtained or passed within specified time frames, approximately six months.

Requirements

Meet one of the following: bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology and two years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience; associate degree in either field and five years of such experience; high school diploma or equivalent and seven 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 required certifications and pass applicable qualifications tests within specified time frames, approximately six months, including GDOT Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests—Group 1 (General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, and Basic Highway Plan Reading), GDOT WECS, GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification, and GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control). Certifications from other agencies or states may possibly be substituted.
Basic proficiency in highway construction methods, materials, and equipment.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents and specifications.
Proficiency using computers and office equipment for documentation and reporting.
Valid U.S. driver's license to drive company vehicles to project sites.
Pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
Willingness to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist Senior Inspectors with 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 verification of sampling and testing of soils, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete.
Attend pre-activity meetings with contractors and quality teams.
Document inspection findings and prepare electronic reports.
Uphold and promote safety practices in construction activities.