Highway Construction Inspector IV
About The Position
AECOM is seeking a motivated, hands-on Senior Field Inspector to support major transportation infrastructure projects in Texas, Louisiana, and the Gulf Coast. The role is part of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) teams serving public owners, including state departments of transportation, toll authorities, parishes, counties, and cities. The Inspector IV verifies that contractor work complies with plans, specifications, and contract requirements, and leads other inspectors during complex roadway, bridge, paving, drainage, and structural work. The position reports to the Construction Engineer or Resident Engineer and typically directs Inspectors I–III while coordinating testing technicians. The position requires work in Louisiana and applicable Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development certifications. The work takes place outdoors at active construction sites, around heavy equipment and live traffic, and in all weather. Travel within Texas and Louisiana is required, and relocation to a project site may be required for some assignments. Night and weekend shifts are required on some projects. The work may involve walking on uneven terrain, climbing ladders and embankments, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school education and 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.
- Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development certifications; the position requires work in Louisiana.
- Clear, factual written documentation skills; daily reports may be used as evidence in disputes and claims.
- Ability to communicate firmly and professionally with contractor superintendents and foremen.
- Basic computer skills, including tablets, Microsoft Office, and photo documentation.
- Ability to work outdoors at active construction sites around heavy equipment and live traffic in all weather.
- Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb ladders and embankments, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to travel within Texas and Louisiana; relocation to a project site may be required for some assignments.
- Availability for night and weekend shifts on some projects.
Nice To Haves
- 10 or more years of inspection experience, including bridge structures, major paving, or drainage projects.
- 8 or more years of heavy-civil or transportation construction inspection experience, including at least 3 years on DOT or public-owner projects.
- NICET Highway Construction certification, Level III or higher.
- Experience with SiteManager, HeadQuarters, Bluebeam, and digital daily reporting.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
- Experience leading inspection crews of 3–8 people.
Responsibilities
- Inspect daily contractor operations for compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions, and approved submittals, including roadway, bridge, drainage, concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and traffic-control work.
- Lead and assign work to Inspectors I–III on multi-crew or multi-shift operations and train junior inspectors in procedures and documentation.
- Prepare accurate daily work reports and diaries documenting weather, equipment, labor, quantities, issues, and photographs in the owner's system, such as SiteManager or HeadQuarters.
- Measure and calculate pay quantities, reconcile them with the contractor, and support monthly estimates.
- Coordinate and witness sampling and testing according to the owner's schedule, and verify that materials are certified and approved before use.
- Inspect and document work-zone traffic control, report deficiencies, and require corrections.
- Monitor stormwater (SWPPP/SW3P) and environmental permit compliance.
- Identify nonconforming work, notify the Construction Engineer, and track issues through resolution.
- Support RFIs, field changes, and change-order documentation with field observations and quantities.
- Attend preconstruction, progress, and safety meetings, and coordinate with utility crews and local agencies in the field.
- Support punch lists, final inspections, as-built markups, and final records.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off and leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
