Transportation Construction Inspector I (Full-Time)

MBP • Salem, VA

1d • $25 - $30

About The Position

MBP is seeking a Construction Inspector I to support field compliance, quality assurance, progress monitoring, and documentation on active transportation and other construction projects. The inspector represents MBP on construction sites, verifies that work conforms to specifications, codes, contracts, plans, approved shop drawings, material lists, and permit requirements, and coordinates with agency personnel, contractors, and MBP colleagues to address discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. The role includes field inspections, materials testing, basic to moderate surveying and measurement, review of payment applications, maintenance of project records, and support for project reporting, schedules, and budgets. Work is performed independently with periodic guidance from senior inspectors, engineers, or project leaders, with responsibility increasing as knowledge and experience grow.

The inspector may work on grading, paving, demolition, bridge, signal, signing, coating, utility, and other projects. Duties also include final inspections and punchlists, maintaining daily diaries and other project records, tracking submittals and requests for information, preparing or checking reports and monthly estimates, and communicating professionally with clients, contractors, the traveling public, property owners, and other stakeholders. Required certifications must be obtained within specified timelines and maintained for assigned work. The position involves regular travel and driving, and outdoor work at construction sites in varied weather and on uneven terrain.

MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid insurance for individual employees, a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation, possible semi-annual bonuses, paid time off, tuition assistance, student loan repayment, gym reimbursement, pet insurance, paid volunteer time, mental health resources, wellness activities, and training and development. MBP covers costs associated with obtaining and maintaining relevant certifications and licenses. The role pays $25.00–$30.00 per hour; actual compensation depends on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Employment is contingent on background, driving-record, reference, and work-history checks. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Progressive experience inspecting construction work activities similar to assigned projects, with increasing responsibility.
• High school diploma or GED, significant experience in engineering, architecture, or a skilled construction-industry craft, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations based on field measurements.
• Construction-related training and experience demonstrating ability to perform the duties.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, internet navigation, web-based tools, and specialized equipment.
• Ability to use or learn client or MBP construction management information systems, such as AWP, SiteManager, HICAM, or OnTrack, within one month of hire.
• Knowledge of construction and inspection materials, methods, tools, multiple construction operations, and associated field practices.
• Ability to independently implement quality control procedures, understand and track project schedules, and collect, analyze, and interpret statistical data.
• Ability to provide technical supervision, leadership, and training to other inspectors.
• Ability to identify potential problems and recommend solutions based on past experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and contract specifications and apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments.
• Effective verbal and written communication with contractors, owners, subcontractors, agencies, and team members.
• Ability to use surveying and measurement tools, including survey levels, transits, four-foot levels, lock levels, measuring tapes, measuring wheels, and straight edges.
• Ability to stand and sit as needed at project sites, climb ladders, work at heights, work outdoors in a wide range of weather, and safely navigate uneven construction-site terrain.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record; regular travel and driving required.
• Ability to obtain required certification within 18 months of hire and take classes, study materials, and pass required examinations.
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification is required or must be obtained within three months of hire.
• Fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, reference verification, and work-history verification are required before employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Safety shoes required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience across federal, municipal, K-12, higher education, transportation, and ports or marina projects.
• Experience monitoring and inspecting multiple construction operations, including buildings, highways, roads, or bridges.
• Exposure to DOT-specific and horizontal construction, including grading, paving, demolition, bridge, signal, signing, coating, and utility projects.
• Certification from one or more of the following: State DOT, WACEL, ICC, NICET, CMAA, NACE, or MARTCP.
• Horizontal construction certifications appropriate to the DOT-specific project, such as Soils and Aggregate, Asphalt, Concrete, Surface Treatment, Slurry Surfacing, Nuclear Testing, Hazmat, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Traffic Control, Erosion and Sediment Control, or Stormwater Management.
• Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Represent MBP on active construction sites and verify conformance with specifications, codes, contracts, plans, approved shop drawings, material lists, and permit requirements.
• Conduct on-site compliance inspections, quality assurance, and progress monitoring across assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate with agency personnel, contractors, and MBP team members; communicate discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform field checks of red-line as-built plans and verify plan completeness.
• Review payment applications with guidance from senior team members.
• Perform required materials testing.
• Conduct basic to moderate surveying and take measurements to check line, grade, and dimensions of roadway and structural elements; advise contractors of discrepancies.
• Perform final inspections, prepare punchlists, and verify that punchlist items are completed or corrected.
• Maintain project records, including daily diaries, project photographs, inspection reports, as-built plans, materials books, and work books; include calculations and sketches as needed.
• Track submittals and requests for information and maintain project correspondence.
• Prepare and check construction project reports and monthly estimates; make corrections and forward them to appropriate parties.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules and assist with contractor monthly evaluations.
• Research inspection and construction methods in preparation for inspection requirements.
• Provide customer service and courteous communication to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Complete administrative duties, including timesheets, expense reports, and mileage reports.
• Obtain training and professional development, participate in marketing introductions and professional associations, and participate in shortlist interviews as requested.
• Perform limited project management responsibilities when assigned and participate in company activities and meetings.
• Obtain and maintain required intermediate to advanced training and certifications, including certifications required for assigned inspection work.
• Travel and drive regularly to project sites.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for individual employees.
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan.
• Health savings account with company contributions.
• Competitive compensation with 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 for professional growth.
• Coverage of 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