Construction Inspector

Oregon Department of Human Services; White City (UT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Transportation’s Rogue Valley Construction Office in White City is looking for a Construction Inspector to ensure quality and safety on roadway and bridge projects. You will inspect materials, review plans, and document contractor activities while supporting project teams in the field.

Work is field heavy (70%), with varied weather, driving, and potential overtime. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience is required, and the salary range is listed as

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in engineering in construction inspection, surveying, materials inspection and/or testing.
• An associate degree in engineering (civil or transportation‑related) and one year of engineering technician experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil or transportation‑related).
• An equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Related experience/education in chemistry, construction management, biology, geology, mathematics or physics.

Responsibilities

• Interpret contract plans and specifications for roadway and bridge construction.
• Inspect and document contractor work to verify adherence to requirements and quality.
• Evaluate materials and equipment to confirm compliance with specs.
• Monitor construction activities and ensure proper methods, quantities, and testing.
• Coordinate with officials to align work with local regulations and project specs.
• Record field data and validate excavation measurements and progress.

Skills

Engineering experience

Construction inspection

Surveying

Materials testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate degree in engineering

Equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/21/2026 Application Deadline: 10/13/2026 Agency: Department of Transportation Salary Range: $5,008 - $7,770 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Construction Inspector Job Description: Engineering Specialist 2 - Construction Inspector Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery and Operations Division – Region 3 Rogue Valley Construction Office White City The role: Join our team as a construction inspector and play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality transportation projects. In this position, you will inspect construction materials for quantity, quality and compliance with contract specifications, ensuring work meets established standards. You will document contractor activities, organize and review inspection data, and support project teams with accurate and timely information. This role offers the opportunity to be involved in both project planning and on-site inspection, contributing to successful project delivery. Above all, you will help prioritize safety for construction crews and the traveling public while ensuring accountability across all phases of construction. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

A day in the life: Interpret contract plans and specifications for roadway and bridge construction to ensure traffic control safety and contractor compliance. Inspect and document contractor work to verify adherence to project requirements and quality standards. Evaluate materials and equipment, including pipe, guardrail, concrete, and paving machinery, to confirm compliance with specifications. Monitor construction activities such as rock placement, grading, and paving to ensure proper methods, quantities, and testing requirements are met. Coordinate with city and county officials to ensure contract work aligns with local regulations and project specifications. Calculate quantities and reviews field data to validate excavation measurements and contractor‑reported progress. Enforce environmental, erosion control, and in‑stream work requirements while maintaining compliance with project plans and special provisions. Work is performed in the field 70% of the time and may require moving around rough terrain, working in all weather conditions, working near heavy traffic and construction equipment, working at heights up to 50 feet and working over large bodies of water. May require working overtime, night and weekend shifts, lifting up to 50 pounds and overnight travel.

What’s in it for you: Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. The salary range listed is the non‑PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

Minimum qualifications

• Three years of experience in the field of engineering in construction inspection, surveying, materials inspection and/or testing
• An associate degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation‑related) and one year of engineering technician experience
• A bachelor’s degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation‑related)
• An equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

Note: Related experience, education, and training can include, but is not limited to chemistry, construction management, biology, geology, mathematics and/or physics.

Special qualifications

• Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre‑employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

What we’d like to see

• Experience inspecting public works construction projects.
• Experience applying mathematics, surveying principles, engineering and construction practices and procedures.

We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I‑9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E‑Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E‑Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension]. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies. We will conduct name‑based criminal background checks on final candidates, not including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre‑employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position. You will be represented by the Association of Engineering Employees of Oregon (AEE).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1‑877‑336‑6368 (1‑877‑EEO‑ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503‑986‑3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7‑1‑1.

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