NCDOT Transportation Construction Inspector (Levels 3 & 4) (Full-Time)

MBP • Southern Pines, NC

43d • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

MBP is seeking a NCDOT Transportation Inspector (Levels 3 & 4) to support transportation construction projects. Candidates will be aligned to a level based on their experience, with responsibilities progressing from entry-level inspection to lead project inspection and guidance of junior technicians. The role involves serving on-site to monitor roadway and structure construction for conformance with plans, contracts, specifications, and codes, providing guidance and recommendations to the project team. This position requires coordination with agency and contractor personnel, acting as a key point of contact for field observations and documentation, overseeing project documentation workflows, and contributing to monthly reporting and estimates. The inspector will utilize client electronic project management systems to track and log materials and test results, support the training and development of junior inspectors, and assist with scheduling coordination. Independent judgment is expected within delegated authority, with appropriate escalation of issues.

Requirements

• Construction work experience with understanding of construction means and methods; prior inspection experience in the same or similar type of work as the assigned project
• Experience may be in federal, municipal, transportation, ports, or marina projects
• Level II Technician: Minimum four years of relevant experience; able to perform duties without supervision and read resource materials to determine answers to simple inspection requirements
• Level III Technician: Minimum five years of relevant experience; able to perform duties without supervision and read resource materials to determine answers to simple inspection requirements
• Level IV Technician: Minimum seven years of relevant experience; may serve as Lead Project Inspector performing general project oversight and communication with the client and the Contractor, including supervision of lower-level technicians and providing guidance as needed
• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Basic mathematics including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations based on field measurements
• Construction-related training and/or coursework in road/bridge construction, civil engineering, project management, or materials, or a combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating ability to perform duties
• Materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation for monitored and inspected work
• Carry out specific inspection assignments and document work progress
• Use computers and be proficient with Microsoft Office, email, internet navigation, and web-based tools
• Learn client and MBP construction management information systems (e.g., SharePoint, HICAMS, MBP’s OnTrack) within one month of hire
• Read and interpret plans and contract specifications for assigned work
• Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments
• Communicate inspection issues effectively and responsibly, verbally and in writing, with contractors, owners, sub-consultants, and team members
• Use surveying and measurement tools effectively (e.g., survey levels, transits, four-foot levels, lock levels, tapes, measuring wheels, straight edges)
• Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties
• Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, grasp with hands, raise hands above head; stand, sit, climb, and balance; work in confined spaces and at heights with adequate vision; perform tasks up to 12 hours on occasion
• Work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
• Safely navigate construction sites with uneven terrain
• Maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Travel and drive regularly
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, reference verification, and work history verification prior to employment
• Valid driver’s license and safety shoes required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• NCDOT Concrete
• QMS Roadway
• Conventional Density
• ABS Sampling
• Borrow Pit Sampling
• Level II Erosion and Sediment Control

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site inspection and quality assurance of roadway and structure construction for conformance with plans, contracts, specifications, and applicable codes
• Perform required materials testing
• Perform basic surveying and field measurements to check line, grade, and dimensions and advise the contractor regarding discrepancies
• Communicate professionally with agency, contractor, and MBP personnel
• Prepare and maintain project records, including daily diaries documenting locations of work, workforce, equipment, materials, photos, and inspection reports
• Prepare monthly project estimates and associated sketches, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations
• Assist in the oversight, training, and development of a Construction Inspector Trainee
• Verify that highway work zones and traffic control setups align with current standards
• Use the client’s electronic project management software to track, document, and log materials and test reports
• Record or monitor materials received, showing quantities estimated to be required in quantities received, used, and tested
• Check materials and material documents; conduct roadway tests; transmit additional samples to the client for verification when required
• Provide customer service and courteous communication to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and project stakeholders
• Complete administrative tasks, including daily timesheets, monthly expense reports, and monthly mileage reports
• Obtain additional training and certifications as needed and maintain certifications required for assigned inspection duties
• Participate in company activities, including branch and company meetings
• Support coordination of inspectors’ schedules
• Recommend rejection of work or payment for completed work as delegated by the Project Owner

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• 100% employer-paid disability insurance
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan
• Health savings account with company contributions
• Opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan repayment
• Annual gym reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Paid volunteer time
• Mental health resources
• Company-wide wellness activities
• Training and development
• Coverage for costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED