17300 - Inspector Const

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

VDOT Suffolk-based inspector role inspecting highways to ensure quality per plans and specifications. You will coordinate with staff, communicate public concerns, and track documentation and testing to support contract compliance and project schedules.

The position requires math proficiency, ability to read complex road/bridge drawings, and valid driver’s license. State agency benefits and field work are offered.

Qualifications

• Communication skills, oral and written, with staff and the public.
• Ability to read, interpret roadway, structure and bridge plans and specs.
• Mathematics knowledge including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, project management or materials inspection.
• Ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months.
• Safety shoes required and proficiency with computers/software.
• Experience with engineering/testing equipment and inspection methods.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all phases of highway construction to ensure quality per plans and specs.
• Communicate with VDOT staff and public; manage public concerns and traffic changes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and DBE/EEO guidelines; supervise testing.
• Maintain project files, daily diaries, photos, and as-built drawings.
• Assist in contract compliance, schedule, and oversite of project activities.
• Support safety and environmental compliance in work zones.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Plan interpretation

Mathematics knowledge

Independent work

Reading and analyzing plans

Education

OSHA 10-Hour

ACI Concrete Field Level I

WACEL Concrete I Certification

CPR with AED/First Aid

DEQ: ESC IN

DEQ: SWM IN

Tools

AASHTOWare Project (AWP)

Engineering testing equipment

Computers and software applications

Job description

Hiring Range: $54952.00 to $89297.00

Full Time or Part Time: Full_Time

Additional Detail

Description for Candidates

• Inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the general supervision of senior or supervisory staff, ensuring construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public.
• Communication: Communicate with VDOT support staff and external support staff. Assist in the management of public relations for project and respond to public concerns. Work proactively with the Project Inspector, Construction Manager and Communications Office to notify project support staff and the public of traffic changes and project phase start and finish. Address landowner, business owner and traveling public concerns regarding project. Assist with the coordination and distribution of lane closure notification with the Traffic Operations Center, Communications and Residency. Work with contractor to resolve issues.
• Construction and Contract Compliance: Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with contract, plans and applicable documents to include environmental, erosion and sediment controls, safety, traffic controls and EEO and DBE guidelines, regulations and permits. Ensure project compliance and quality requirements are met. Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager with notifications to contractor of non-compliance issues and resolution through documentation. Ensure all materials are tested and approved for acceptance before use on project and proper documentation is in hand before payment. Oversee or perform materials testing.
• Project Documentation: Track and maintain materials documentation for project. Maintain detailed DWRs and diaries and correlate to the contractor's scheduled construction activities so VDOT can track individual activities, resources, productivity and efficiencies. Assist in maintaining project files. Document all daily occurrences, meetings, and communications and correlate to contract documents to provide information on changes in the contractor's scope of work. Keep jobsite photos. Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager with issuing quarterly CPEs for prime and each subcontractor working on project to allow VDOT to evaluate contractor's performance. Assist with closing out project. Maintain as-built drawings.
• Project Oversight: Ensure assigned QC tasks are monitored and documented for contract compliance. Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager in monitoring project schedule. Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager in determining support equipment required to include obtaining equipment and returning it in its proper condition. Assist in maintaining all assigned work areas by keeping them clean and appropriate for use. May be assigned the role of Project Inspector for less complex contracts, working closely with the Construction Manager. May train and oversee the work of other inspectors and trainees assigned to a project.
• Project Safety and Environmental Compliance: Ensure work zones are properly established and maintained. Ensure project employees and equipment are performing in compliance with safety practices and directives. Monitor erosion and sediment control measures to ensure compliance and appropriate maintenance. Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Practice safe driving and maintain a clean vehicle interior and exterior.

What will make you successful

• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor adjustments to construction plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare reports and maintain project files.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in field conditions such as using testing equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights, in confined spaces and making visual observations.
• Ability to provide work direction to others in the activities of a large construction project.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, specifications and contract documents.
• Ability to work in the vicinity and operate devices utilizing low-level ionizing radiation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of mathematics to include algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards and terminology.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety, environmental and equal employment opportunity guidelines and regulations as they relate to transportation construction.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare reports and maintain project files.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, specifications and contract documents.
• Knowledge of construction, civil engineering, project management or materials inspection.
• Knowledge of mathematics to include algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment and maintain thereafter.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, inspection methods and materials testing.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering, Drafting, or related field desired.
• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor adjustments to construction plans.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Level I (CCWA) OR WACEL Concrete I Certification.
• Asphalt Field Level I.
• Asphalt Field Level II.
• CPR with AED, Standard First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Combined Course.
• Completion of fall protection and confined space training.
• DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN).
• DEQ: Inspector for Storm Water Management (SWM IN).
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, project management or materials inspection.
• Experience in highway and bridge construction inspection with a DOT or consultant inspection firm.
• Guard Rail Installer Training (GRIT).
• Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Safety.
• Knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards and terminology.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety, environmental, and equal employment opportunity guidelines and regulations as they relate to transportation construction projects.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification.
• Pavement Marking.
• Proficient in AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or other project management software.
• Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge).
• Slurry Surfacing certification.
• Soils & Aggregate Compaction.
• Surface Treatment certification.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct