About the position
Alpha Corporation established in 1979, is a full-service woman-owned firm, providing civil, and structural engineering, program and construction management, project controls, and technology services for various building types, transportation, and heavy infrastructure projects. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients, including all levels of government agencies, public and private enterprises/partnerships. Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firm's inception. Our vision is to be recognized by our clients for responsive, innovative, and quality services in the building, transportation, and infrastructure sectors, and to be the employer of choice. Alpha was awarded the ENR Mid-Atlantic 2022 Design Firm of the Year and Top 100 PM/CM firm. If you're up for the challenge to stretch, grow and excel in your career as an Inspector, consider joining our award-winning team at Alpha Corporation to support our growing team in the Staunton, VA area. Alpha Corporation offers excellent career opportunities for continued professional, educational, and personal growth. We strive to offer our employees the opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects in a collaborative team environment. All positions include a competitive benefits package and the opportunity for a stable and rewarding career.
Responsibilities
- Independently plan, coordinate, inspect, and oversee project inspection activities of roadway, structure, and bridge maintenance projects.
- Monitor contractors and schedules to ensure quality control and contract compliance of moderate to complex construction projects.
- Apply knowledge and experience toward the inspection of roadways and bridges using VDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
- Apply engineering principles in the inspection and documentation of construction activities.
- Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide cost savings.
- Review and monitor EEO/DBE documentation and compliance with contract documents.
- Oversee, direct, and review the work of Inspectors and Inspector Trainees.
- Maintain comprehensive project records and documentation using the VDOT Materials Book & project management software which could include VDOT Site Manager.
- Complete testing of materials using VDOT testing procedures.
- Apply Best Management Practices to environmental inspection activities using DEQ standards and specifications.
- Apply Best Management Practices to safety activities.
- Communicate with various stakeholders including Localities and VDOT.
- Assist with the development of change orders, investigations, and the analysis of Notices of Intent to File Claims.
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
- Must be able and willing to work day and night shifts.
- Ability to pass a criminal history background check.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3+ years' experience in roadway or bridge construction inspection.
- Experience operating computer equipment, software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, and field-testing equipment.
Nice-to-haves
- Current certifications or the ability to obtain: ACI, Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field - VDOT, Soils and Aggregate - VDOT, ESC Inspector - DEQ, SWM Inspector - DEQ, Pavement Marking - VDOT, Intermediate Work Zone - VDOT, Flagger - VDOT, Guardrail Installation (GRIT) - VDOT, Asphalt Field Levels I and II - VDOT, Slurry Surfacing - VDOT, Surface Treatment - VDOT, 10-hour OSHA Safety.
