Construction Inspector - DOT

GAI Consultants Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to perform construction observation on transportation projects across Indiana.

You will report to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative and coordinate with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communications forms. The role requires reading plans, measuring quantities, performing material testing, and ensuring quality control per INDOT standards.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of transportation construction and quality control practices.
• Knowledge of Indiana DOT/DPW specs and inspection requirements.
• Read and interpret construction plans and technical documents.
• Inspect contractor work and document progress and quality of work.
• Ability to measure quantities of materials.
• Perform material testing.
• INDOT certified technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observation and inspection on transportation projects.
• Document construction progress through daily and status reports.
• Interact with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communications forms.

Skills

Transportation construction knowledge

Read and interpret plans

Inspect contractor work

Measure quantities

Material testing

INDOT certified technician

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector. This position will serve as a Construction Inspector reporting to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative on the project. The ideal candidate will perform construction observation and inspection on a variety of Transportation projects throughout Indiana. The candidate will interact with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communication forms. Will provide documentation of construction progress through daily reports, status reports, and other forms of data reporting.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge of transportation construction and quality control practices.
• Must be knowledgeable in the Indiana Department of Transportation, Indianapolis Department of Public Works or other governmental agency specifications, standards and inspection requirements.
• Read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents.
• Inspect work of contractors and document project progress and quality of work.
• Ability to measure and calculate quantities of materials.
• Perform material testing.
• INDOT certified technician.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Ability to lift heavy objects such as testing equipment and materials samples.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and navigate steps, stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in hazardous environments and use required Personal Protective Equipment. Environment will include dust, noise, tripping, and overhead hazards.

General Characteristics

• Demonstrates progress in assisting Task Managers and Project Manager as needed on technical aspects of the project; wellrounded in aspects of consulting and the industry.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 12+ Years of Experience

Education

• H.S. Graduate

Certification/Licensure

• Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

• Responsibilities involve performing and overseeing field monitoring on various multisite/phase construction projects of moderate to large scale, scope, and/or complexity, including placement of concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, buildings, structures, foundations, and building materials. Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding construction, materials, integration, equipment, and operations

Project and Task Management

• Can Manage Tasks

Management Responsibility

• Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
• Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff.
• Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff.

Communication Skills

• Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications.
• Represents their area of specialty within the practice and liaises with related individuals and practices.
• Routinely interacts with practice leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others.
• Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership

“Why GAI?”

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better in Diploma or related field.

Experience

Required

12 years:

Related Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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