Transportation Construction Inspector (All Levels)

SUMMIT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC. • Raleigh, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Construction Inspector assists with inspecting roadway and structure construction operations and performs calculations and computations under supervision. The role performs materials sampling and testing, collects materials weigh tickets, and conducts roadway tests to verify that materials meet project specifications and are placed according to standard specifications. The inspector monitors and performs inspection work on complex and routine highway projects, maintains daily records of project activities, and prepares monthly project estimates. The role also takes field measurements of completed work and calculates contract pay quantities, and reads plans and blueprints.

Technicians at Levels II and III must be able to work without supervision and consult resource materials to answer simple inspection questions. Level IV Technicians may serve as Lead Project Inspectors, overseeing projects and communicating with contractors and NCDOT, while supervising and guiding lower-level technicians. The position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and may involve rough terrain, prolonged standing, confined spaces, and heights.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, with the ability to apply formulas.
• Proficiency using an iPad, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Dropbox and/or OneDrive.
• Ability to work independently, use judgment, and make decisions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform required testing and maintain detailed reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with agency and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Ability to read and interpret roadway, bridge, and structure plans and contract specifications.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to drive.
• Ability to walk over rough and uneven terrain and stand for up to 12 hours a day on occasion; bend, stoop, kneel, twist, grasp, reach, raise hands above the head, sit, climb, balance, and work in confined spaces and at heights; and lift and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Level II Technicians: minimum four years of relevant experience; ability to perform duties without supervision and consult resource materials to answer simple inspection requirements.
• Level III Technicians: minimum five years of relevant experience; ability to perform duties without supervision and consult resource materials to answer simple inspection requirements.
• Level IV Technicians: minimum seven years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certifications: VDOT Concrete; VDOT QMS Roadway; NCDOT Conventional Density; VDOT ABC Sampling; VDOT Borrow Pit Sampling; VDOT Level II Erosion & Sediment Control.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection of roadway and structure construction operations.
• Perform calculations and computations with supervision.
• Perform materials sampling and testing; collect materials weigh tickets and conduct roadway tests to verify materials meet specifications and are properly placed.
• Monitor and perform inspection work on complex and routine highway projects.
• Maintain daily records of project activities and prepare monthly project estimates.
• Take field measurements of completed work items and calculate contract pay quantities.
• Read plans and blueprints.
• At Level IV, potentially serve as Lead Project Inspector, provide project oversight, communicate with contractors and NCDOT, and supervise and guide lower-level technicians.

What This Job Offers

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