Transportation Construction Inspector

Foster CM Group•Irving, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Foster CM Group is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to support roadway, tollway, and structural infrastructure projects in the Dallas area. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience inspecting transportation construction projects, including roadway, bridge, and civil infrastructure work. Experience with illumination systems is preferred but not required. The Transportation Construction Inspector is responsible for monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. This role supports project engineers and construction managers in delivering high-quality transportation infrastructure projects.

Requirements

3–5 years of construction inspection experience on transportation or civil infrastructure projects
Experience with roadway, bridge, or tollway construction projects
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents
Working knowledge of inspection methods, materials testing, and construction practices
Familiarity with applicable safety standards and regulations
Experience working with TxDOT, municipal agencies, or toll authorities
Valid driver's license
Possession of a valid state of residence driver's license with a clean driving record.
Daily travel to and from construction sites, generally within 100 miles from the home office is expected.
Short term, out of town, assignments may be required.
Long term, out of town, assignments may be required, with advance notice of planned dates.
May be required to work protracted and irregular hours to meet client's needs, including nights, overtime and weekends.
All positions at Foster CM Group require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo a background check.
Background checks may include, SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal background check, fingerprint verification, and/or drug test.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with illumination (lighting) systems
Experience on TxDOT or NTTA projects
Familiarity with Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)
Experience with TxDOT SiteManager or similar systems

Responsibilities

Inspect construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements
Monitor roadway, bridge, and structural work including: Earthwork and embankment, Lime-treated subgrade, Drainage systems, Structural concrete and bridge components, Retaining walls, Asphalt and concrete paving
Observe and document daily construction activities, progress, and issues
Perform and/or witness material testing (asphalt and concrete)
Review and verify contractor quantities for progress payments
Participate in pre-construction and progress meetings
Coordinate with Project Engineers, inspectors, and contractor personnel to resolve field issues
Monitor traffic control and phasing plans for compliance with safety standards
Inspect traffic control devices and barricades
Maintain accurate field documentation and reports
Work in active construction environments, including exposure to weather conditions and variable schedules