Highway Construction Inspector IV
About The Position
AECOM is hiring a senior field inspector to support transportation infrastructure projects in Texas, Louisiana, and the Gulf Coast. The role is part of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) teams serving public owners such as state departments of transportation, toll authorities, parishes, counties, and cities. The inspector verifies that contractor work complies with plans, specifications, and contract requirements, and leads inspection activities for complex bridge, paving, drainage, and structures operations. The position reports to the Construction Engineer or Resident Engineer, typically directs Inspectors I–III, and coordinates testing technicians. Work in Louisiana is required, along with applicable Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development certifications. The position is based at active construction sites and involves outdoor work around heavy equipment and live traffic 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 inspector must be able to walk uneven terrain, climb ladders and embankments, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school education and six years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
- Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development certifications are required for 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 the project site may be required for some assignments.
- Night and weekend shifts are required on some projects.
Nice To Haves
- 10 or more years of inspection experience, including bridge structures, major paving, or drainage projects.
- Eight or more years of heavy-civil or transportation construction inspection experience, including at least three 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 for Inspectors I–III on multi-crew or multi-shift operations and train junior inspectors in procedures and documentation.
- Prepare complete and accurate daily work reports and diaries, documenting weather, equipment, labor, quantities, issues, and photos in the owner's system.
- Measure and calculate pay quantities, reconcile quantities with the contractor, and support monthly estimates.
- Coordinate and witness sampling and testing according to the owner's schedule, and verify materials are certified and approved before use.
- Inspect and document work-zone traffic control, report deficiencies, and require corrections.
- Monitor stormwater and environmental permit compliance, including SWPPP / SW3P requirements.
- Identify nonconforming work, notify the Construction Engineer, and track issues through resolution.
- Assist with RFIs, field changes, and change-order documentation by providing field observations and quantities.
- Attend preconstruction, progress, and safety meetings, and coordinate with utility crews and local agencies in the field.
- Assist with punch lists, final inspections, as-built markups, and final records.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 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
