Construction Inspector Roanoke, VA

Precision Systems, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking transportation engineering firm as a Construction Inspector! In this role, you will ensure quality control on highway construction projects, leveraging your expertise in construction standards and VDOT specifications. Collaborate with contractors and agency personnel to monitor compliance and maintain detailed records. This innovative company values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will shape the future of transportation systems. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous 401k Match

Discretionary annual merit-based bonus

Annual raise

Strong medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in construction inspection, preferably for VDOT.
• Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor work for quality control and compliance.
• Inspect excavations, drainage, road surfaces, and structures.
• Document daily production rates and maintain project records.

Skills

Highway construction inspection

Knowledge of VDOT specifications

Mathematics (algebra and geometry)

Communication skills

Record keeping

Education

3+ years of experience in construction inspection

VDOT Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction management software

Job description

PSI is a fast growing full-service transportation engineering firm with three decades of delivering award-winning, innovative engineering services to governments at all levels, public agencies, and private clients. Our team of diverse professional engineers, planners, researchers, and software developers combine practical experience and cutting-edge technology to solve operational and design issues facing our communities' transportation systems.

Who We Are:

Precision Systems, Inc.(PSI) embraces technology in design. PSI is a transportation engineering consulting company that serves public and private organizations in the D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland regions. We provide services such as roadway and intersection design, construction management and inspection, signal and street lighting design, traffic analysis and reporting, crash analysis and countermeasure design, software development, data management, and more.

Who You Are:

Precision Systems is seeking to hire a Construction Inspector with knowledge and experience of construction standards and practices. The ideal candidate will have 3 – 7 years of experience performing construction inspection within Virginia that may include work for VDOT. The Construction Inspector will inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the general supervision of senior or supervisory staff, ensuring construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee on VDOT projects.
• Inspect and monitor contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
• Observe and document Contractor’s daily production rates.
• Schedule work and inspection phases with Contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
• Document and communicate with Contractor regarding completion of all elements of project work, including identifying non-compliant work. Take field measurements of pay items.
• Review placement of and perform tests on construction materials.
• Review lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Oversee and enforce the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
• Maintain project records, including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.

Qualifications:

The Construction Inspector is expected to have a minimum of three years of highway construction inspection experience as well as working knowledge of:

• Experience with roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, Inspector Manual, and Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• VDOT Certifications related to asphalt, concrete, pavement, inspection or other areas required.
• Knowledge of Construction plans, symbols, and terminology.
• State and federal environmental, safety, and Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and regulations.
• Use of the Department’s contract management software.
• Mathematics including algebra and geometry.

The Construction Inspector is expected to have the ability to:

• Use functional computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office suite software and all construction management software systems used by the Department.
• Read and interpret roadway, structure and bridge plans and specifications.
• Apply mathematical formulas and field management principles to determine minor field adjustments.
• Maintain detailed records.
• Perform and document required materials testing.
• Communicate with agency and contractor personnel and the general public.

It is anticipated that the Department will require Construction Inspector positions with various combinations of certifications throughout the life of this contract. The specific certifications required for a given task will be identified by the Department at the time the task is assigned.

Note: The rate for this Working Title/Class is subject to the Maximum Hourly Rate listed in the current Consultant Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Classification Hourly Rate Pay Limitations Memorandum.

Precision Systems is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities

• Generous 401k Match
• Discretionary annual merit-based bonus and annual raise
• Strong medical, vision, and dental insurance
• and more!

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