Construction Inspector - Bridge and Highway - VDOT

Procon Consulting; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Procon Consulting is seeking a knowledgeable Construction Inspector for various projects in Virginia. The ideal candidate will manage construction activities, ensure compliance with safety standards, and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for experienced professionals.

Benefits

Full medical/dental/vision insurance

401(K) plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Must have experience with highway or bridge construction.
• VDOT Materials Certified in highway & bridges is required.
• DEQ Dual Inspector; Bridge and Roadway Construction certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compliance of work in the field, performing MOT and E&S reviews.
• Direct support to the Senior Project Inspector on the project site.
• Monitor and inspect compliance with current safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

High-School diploma or equivalent

Bachelors’ degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Prolog Construction Management software

Job description

Procon Consulting, a fast-growing professional services firm in McLean, VA with expertise in construction management (CM), construction-related technology, space planning, and facilities management, seeks a Construction Inspector for a project in conjunction with VDOT in various locations in Virginia (Northern Virginia, Richmond Virginia and Hampton Roads Virginia. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of experience with highway and bridge inspections on new construction and renovations. The ideal candidate will review blueprints, monitor construction progress, examine exterior work, utilizing survey instruments to verify completed work, taking photographs and maintaining a log. All candidates must meet the following skills and qualifications.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must have experience with highway or bridge construction.
• 2 years or more of highway and bridge construction.
• Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Bachelors’ degree in Construction Management or Engineering of related industry is preferred but not required.
• High-School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with Prolog Construction Management software is preferred.
• VDOT Materials Certified in highway & bridges is required or VA equivalent.
• DEQ Dual Inspector; Bridge and Roadway Construction certification is preferred.
• VDOT Soils & Aggregate Compaction is required
• VDOT Asphalt I & II is required
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone is required
• OSHA-10 is required
• HAZMAT/Nuclear Safety is required

Additional certifications would also include:

• DEQ ESC Inspector
• DEQ SWM Inspector
• ACI/WACEL Concrete
• VDOT GRIT

Responsibilities & Duties

• Compliance of work in the field, performing MOT and E&S reviews, updating project documentation, coordination with the Senior Project Inspector to assure all work activities are being monitored, identifying and tracking issues, identifying non-conforming work, preparing daily reports, and recommending solutions to field issues to the Senior Project Inspector, Construction Manager and Contractor.
• Directly support the Senior Project Inspector on the project site monitoring Contractor’s operations and documenting daily activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate all construction activities related to the General Contractor (GC) and Client.
• Provide daily onsite field representation to monitor construction contractor performance and inspect work in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Provide technical expertise of the products/materials being installed in the project.
• Monitor all construction activities scheduled with emphasis on milestones, phasing/ sequencing, submittals, efficient and balanced work flow, major test and any unique requirements needing special schedule or tracing.
• Monitor project for cleanliness.
• Monitor and inspect the GC for compliance with current safety regulations, standards, project safety plan and report any non-compliance to the Client.
• Immediately notify the Client when any life threatening conditions are observed, and provide assistance as necessary to remedy such situations.
• Provide electronic daily reports of the contractor’s and sub-contractors’ work activities witnessed during site monitoring. Provide summary of and discrepancies from the requirements of the Contract Documents.
• Provide daily site photos to be saved electronically at a designated location on the Client’s network.
• Provide pre-construction, during construction and post-construction photos of the site.
• Provide project coordination and construction quality assurance services for the technical aspect of the project.
• The inspector shall physically verify correct materials delivered and/or in secured storage on or off site, proper materials installed, and percentage of work satisfactorily completed and in place and provide this information to the CM.

$60,000 - $80,000 a year Salary commensurate with experience

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(K) plan with employer match.

Procon is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. As a critical part of our culture of respect, we strictly prohibit any discrimination or harassment based on gender, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, and any other status protected by law.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

http://www.proconconsulting.com/