CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 5 (ST MARTIN PARISH)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a Construction Inspector to oversee field inspections, document measurements, and support project engineers on roadway, bridge and drainage work. Outdoor and physically active role with potential night shifts and varying weather.

Position located in St Martin Parish (District 03 / Unit 233) reporting to the Construction Inspector Supervisor; urgency and schedule may vary with construction needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of construction inspection experience, or equivalent
• Six months in sub-professional engineering or heavy equipment operation plus 4 years in inspection, or
• Twenty-four college hours in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related fields, or
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction technology, or
• Engineer intern certificate

Responsibilities

• Lead and organize the work of lower-level inspectors.
• Conduct field inspections, surveying and documentation for roadway and bridge projects.
• Provide training on inspection of pavement and concrete and monitor testing procedures.
• Assign inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with DOTD standards.
• Review inspection reports and data daily for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with contractors, utility companies and local agencies to minimize traffic disruption.

Skills

Field inspections

Leadership

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Surveying equipment

Job description

About This Job

DISTRICT 03 / UNIT 233 JOB NUMBER: 03-133992-CI5-09142026-LR

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

Help ensure Louisiana’s road and bridge projects are built safely, accurately, and in accordance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements. Construction Inspectors support DOTD Project Engineers and higher-level inspectors by performing field inspections, materials observation, and construction documentation on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects.

This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve traffic exposure, varying weather conditions, extended workdays, night work, or changing schedules based on construction needs.

Positions are located in St Martin Parish, District 03 / Unit 233 and report to Construction Inspector Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
• Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
• Twenty-four semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics; OR
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or construction technology; OR
• Possession of an engineer intern certificate.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties and Other Information

Leadership And Inspection Of Construction Projects

• Serves as a lead worker by organizing, training, and reviewing the work of lower-level construction inspectors.
• Conducts and oversees field inspections, surveying activities, and measurement documentation for roadway and bridge construction projects.
• Provides guidance and training in the inspection of Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, structural concrete, and Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement.
• Implements and monitors materials sampling and density testing procedures throughout all phases of construction.
• Assigns and schedules inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and project requirements.
• Reviews inspection reports, calculations, and documentation daily to ensure accuracy, precision, and completeness.
• Collaborates with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, and local government representatives to facilitate project progress and minimize disruptions to the public.

Interpretation Of Plans/Specifications And Decision Making

• Reviews construction plans and specifications before and during projects to ensure work progresses in accordance with DOTD standards and project objectives.
• Resolves construction plan discrepancies and field condition issues encountered during project execution.

Engineering Calcuation And Data Collection

• Performs engineering calculations, data collection, and layout work for roadway, bridge, and utility relocation projects, including preparation of daily reports and quantity documentation.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Promotion or Detail to Special Duty, open only to current permanent classified employees of DOTD.
• Compensation: Additional $2.00/HR Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Haley Dore
Project Engineer
DOTD-District 03
[phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp