ACI Certified Inspector – VDOT Roadway and Bridges

HKA Enterprises; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to perform materials testing for VDOT roadway and bridge projects, including field soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate testing to ensure contract compliance. You will work under the supervision of senior inspectors, collecting samples, documenting results, and supporting safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities include reviewing concrete deliveries, taking field measurements, preparing reports, and ensuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ACI Certification required.
• 0–2 years of experience in materials testing or QC.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials testing such as nuclear gauge soil and aggregate density.
• Review placement of concrete deliveries and prepare cylinders for labs.
• Verify roadway and bridge material testing per VDOT specs and drawings.
• Record field measurements and complete daily reports.
• Receive and process materials delivery tickets for compliance.
• Follow safety guidelines and participate in training as required.

Skills

Materials testing

Field inspections

Report generation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ACI Certification

Job description

Perform quality control testing for VDOT Roadway and Bridge construction, including field soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate testing of contractor work to ensure contract compliance for routine, non-complex activities. This role works under the direction of a Construction Quality Control Inspector or Manager.

Pay: $20.00- $30.00 per hour DOE

Responsibilities:

• Perform materials testing, such as nuclear gauge soil and aggregate density
• Review placement of and perform materials tests on concrete deliveries in accordance with VDOT and ACI standards; make cylinders for delivery to labs
• Verify construction of roadway and highway materials and placement complies with drawings, VDOT specifications and standards, special provisions, and contract documents
• Monitor and observe limited contractual fieldwork (excavations, storm drain piping installation, drainage facilities, concrete placement, soil and aggregate placement, road surfaces, pile driving) under the supervision of a more experienced inspector, with appropriate training and oversight
• Advise inspector supervisors and contractor supervisors/foremen of non-conforming field tests
• Take field measurements of materials placed/tested and record daily production and test results
• Complete daily reports with attached VDOT materials testing forms
• Receive materials delivery tickets for compliance and submit to contractor
• Take assignments and direction from Quality Control Lead Management and Senior Inspectors

Performance Expectations:

• Accurately record and report daily forms per project requirements
• Communicate effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor
• Proactively resolve problems at the lowest level
• Adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Review all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting
• Submit accurate time sheets, mileage, and expense reports on time each week
• Review jobsite safety daily and take immediate action to document and resolve issues
• Understand and follow OSHA Safety Standards and client corporate policies
• Maintain all required certifications and participate in training courses as required
• Understand and apply all applicable industry standards for the project

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ACI Certification
• 0–2 years of experience

Must pass pre-employment drug screening; background and motor vehicle checks may be required based on position

Willingness to work near active highways, roadways, water/land bridges, marine barges/watercraft, and underground tunnel boring machines; nighttime shifts expected on a rotational basis

Preferred:

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or applicable field

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