Construction Inspector Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/HSE; a degree is not required.
• Typically 3–15 years of transportation or heavy civil inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of DOT specifications, construction methods, plan reading, and digital documentation systems.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL or obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, regulations, principles, and practices related to construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and highway repair.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.
• For Testing assignments, ability to interpret AASHTO, ASTM, INDOT specifications, and Indiana Test Methods (ITM), and pass the INDOT Certified Testing Technician program.
• For Construction assignments, ability to pass the INDOT Certified Inspector program.
• For Geotechnical Services assignments, ability to pass the office proficiency exams for Classification & Atterberg, Electrochemical, Strength & Proctor, and Resilient Modulus testing.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• DOT materials and roadway inspection credentials.
• ACI or NICET certifications.
• OSHA safety training.
• Stormwater or erosion control qualifications.
• ICC structural certifications.
• Current CDL and district-required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field inspections of highways, bridges, drainage structures, utilities, traffic control, and earthwork operations.
• Ensure contractor work complies with DOT specifications, project plans, standard drawings, and FHWA requirements.
• Perform advanced materials testing for asphalt, concrete, aggregates, and soils, and verify results meet DOT acceptance criteria.
• Review pay quantities and daily reports and maintain detailed digital inspection documentation.
• Identify non-conforming work, issue corrective actions, and coordinate resolutions with project engineers and managers.
• Monitor safety in accordance with OSHA and DOT standards.
• Support change order justification, RFIs, field decisions, and specification interpretation.
• Mentor junior inspectors and participate in pre-construction meetings, progress discussions, and project closeout activities.
• Perform winter operations duties, including snow and ice removal.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
• Perform construction inspection and assist the project supervisor or engineer; ensure construction tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded on time.
• Sample and test construction materials, visit producers’ plants, job sites, or INDOT facilities to collect samples, and record test results in the INDOT reporting system.
• Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures and perform assigned highway maintenance, traffic, and emergency-response duties as applicable.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, including minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Depending on assignment, provide technical oversight to bridge maintenance crews, maintain bridges and rights-of-way, or conduct geotechnical soil and rock testing.

Benefits

• Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards.
• Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
• Two fully funded pension plan options.
• Paid New Parent Leave and paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Paid community service leave.
• Combined paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
• Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.
• CDL training provided onsite by certified INDOT staff.