CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 5 (ST MARTIN PARISH)

DOTD-Engineering & Operations; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) invites qualified internal candidates for a Construction Inspector role in St. Martin Parish. You will supervise field inspections, record measurements, and ensure compliance with DOTD standards on roadway, bridge, and drainage projects.

The position emphasizes leadership of a team, coordination with contractors, and precise documentation. Applicants should bring a strong foundation in construction inspection and related education,

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED with four years’ construction inspection or related experience.
• Alternate pathways include 6 months sub-professional engineering plus four years in inspection, or relevant college coursework, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering/tech.
• Engineer intern certificate is an acceptable qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and review work of lower-level inspectors.
• Conduct field inspections and collect measurements for roadway/bridge projects.
• Guide inspection of concrete pavements and asphalt pavements.
• Implement materials sampling and density testing across project phases.
• Assign and schedule inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance.
• Review inspection reports and calculations for accuracy.
• Collaborate with contractors, utilities, and local officials to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Lead worker

Field inspections

Documentation

Coordination

Report review

Contractor liaison

Education

HS diploma or GED + 4 yrs exp

6 mo exp + 4 yrs exp

24 sem hrs in related field

Bachelor's in engineering/tech/ construction

Engineer intern certificate

Job description

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

*** THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT PERMANENT CLASSIFIED DOTD EMPLOYEES ONLY ***

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.

• 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.

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

Job Duties:

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 constructionplan 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