Transportation Construction Inspector I (Full-Time)

MBP • Richmond, VA

15h • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Construction Inspector I provides on-site compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for assigned transportation construction operations. The inspector checks work for conformance with plans, contracts, specifications, and applicable codes, and communicates discrepancies and corrective actions to contractors. The role includes maintaining project records, checking materials and documentation, assisting with payment application reviews and project closeout, and communicating with project stakeholders. Work may include materials testing and basic surveying, as well as administrative reporting. The position requires outdoor field work in varied weather and terrain, and the ability to stand, sit, climb ladders, and work at heights.

Candidates need construction work experience and a basic understanding of construction means and methods for transportation projects, particularly VDOT or other DOT projects. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification (or obtaining it within three months of hire), basic mathematics skills, and proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office. A valid driver's license and good driving record are required, along with satisfactory completion of background, driving-record, reference, and work-history checks. The position is full-time, with a base hourly rate of $25.00 to $28.00; actual compensation depends on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Construction work experience and a basic understanding of construction means and methods for transportation projects, with a focus on VDOT or other DOT experience.
• Experience inspecting projects such as roadway widening, intersection improvements, signalization, bridges, roadway maintenance, streetscape, utilities, or similar work.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check, DMV driving-record check, reference verification, and work-history check.
• Possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification, or obtain it within three months of hire.
• Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations based on field measurements.
• Construction-related training, experience, or coursework in road or bridge construction, civil engineering, materials, and tools used in transportation construction.
• Ability to use computers and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email, internet navigation, and web-based tools.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• VDOT certifications such as Intermediate Work Zone Protection, Asphalt Field Level I and II, Soils and Aggregate, Pavement Marking, Nuclear Gauge Safety, Guard Rail Inspector Training, ACI Concrete, or DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management.
• Other relevant certifications such as WACEL, ICC, NICET, or MARTCP.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for conformance to plans, contracts, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Communicate discrepancies to contractors and advise them of actions needed to conform to plans and specifications.
• Maintain project records, including daily diaries documenting contractors' work; prepare reports using basic algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations and associated sketches.
• Check materials and material documentation to verify testing and, when required, send additional samples to the client or other testing laboratories for verification.
• Assist with reviews of payment applications, final inspections, and creation of punch lists.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with the client, contractor, traveling public, adjacent property owners, other project stakeholders, and MBP team members.
• Ensure highway work zones and traffic control comply with current standards.
• Perform work of basic to moderate difficulty, including materials testing and basic surveying.
• Complete administrative duties, including daily timesheets and monthly expense and mileage reports.
• Stand and sit as needed at project sites, climb ladders, work at heights, work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions, and safely navigate uneven terrain.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits for the individual.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and student loan reimbursement.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness program and fitness program reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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