Construction Inspector

Mannik Smith Group; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our team in the Blacksburg, Virginia area. You’ll work in the field alongside engineers, contractors, and agency personnel on roadway, structural, and bridge construction projects, ensuring work meets VDOT’s quality and safety standards.

If you enjoy real-world challenges and being part of visible infrastructure, this role offers hands-on inspection responsibilities, competitive compensation, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of construction inspection experience, including VDOT inspection experience.
• Knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction.
• VDOT certifications in soil and aggregate, asphalt, concrete, intermediate work zone, and more.

Responsibilities

• Support Major Projects: Be on the front lines of critical infrastructure projects, helping ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Enforce Standards: Maintain adherence to VDOT standards and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside experienced engineers, contractors, and agency personnel.
• Solve Real-World Challenges: Adapt to changing field conditions and find practical solutions.

Skills

Construction inspection

VDOT inspection experience

Roadway/Bridge construction knowledge

Job description

Construction Inspector

Department: Construction/CEI

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Blacksburg, VA

Compensation: $52,700 - $83,200 / year

Description

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is looking for a Construction Inspector to join our team in the Blacksburg, Virginia area. If you enjoy being in the field and want to be part of transportation projects you can actually see taking shape, this could be a great opportunity for you.

You’ll work alongside engineers, contractors, and agency personnel on roadway, structural, and bridge construction projects, helping ensure work meets VDOT’s quality and safety standards. If you take pride in quality work, enjoy tackling real-world challenges, and like being part of the action, we’d like to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

• Support Major Projects: Be on the front lines of critical infrastructure projects, helping ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Enforce Standards: Maintain adherence to VDOT standards and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside experienced engineers, contractors, and agency personnel.
• Solve Real-World Challenges: Adapt to changing field conditions and find practical solutions.

What You'll Need:

• Relevant Experience: 1–5 years of construction inspection experience, including VDOT inspection experience and knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction.
• Certification Savvy: VDOT certifications in soil and aggregate, asphalt, concrete, intermediate work zone, and more.
• Strong Work Ethic: A dedication to quality, safety, and timely project completion.

Required Certifications:

• VDOT Soil and Aggregate Field Compaction
• VDOT Asphalt Field Level I & II
• ACI Concrete Field Tech Grade I
• DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector
• Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
• Intermediate Work Zone Safety Training
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction

Why Join RDA?

At RDA, you’ll be part of a team where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and you have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while growing your career. Our collaborative culture gives you the personal connection and teamwork of a local firm, backed by the resources, expertise, and opportunities that come with being part of the larger Trilon Group Family of Companies.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match and Roth contribution option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Progressive PTO program designed to offer greater flexibility
• 8 federal holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Paid parental leave
• A collaborative and supportive team culture

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.