Construction Inspector - Transportation

Ring Inc

Harrisonburg (VA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tiered medical coverage

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid time off

Training/Certifications

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Harrisonburg, VA is hiring Construction Inspectors to oversee projects in the VDOT Staunton District. Ideal candidates require a high school diploma and valid driver's license, with an emphasis on quality control and compliance during construction projects. The firm offers a comprehensive training program for entry-level candidates and values teamwork and integrity, providing a range of competitive employee benefits.

Qualifications

Valid driver's license required.
Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
0-6 years of highway construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor contractors for quality control on construction projects.
Inspect road surfaces and structures for compliance.
Report daily production rates and project records.

Skills

Highway construction awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Survey and field engineering equipment

Nuclear Gauge

Job description

Overview

A. Morton Thomas & Associates, Inc. (AMT, Inc.) is hiring Construction Inspectors in the Transportation sector to support projects throughout the VDOT Staunton District located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley with Interstate 81 serving as a major transportation corridor through the region.

This Spring 2026, the largest I-81 roadway widening project about 7 miles in length will begin in Harrisonburg, VA home of the JMU Dukes. This will be one of many projects beginning in the region that will bring long term construction inspection opportunities. As part of this team, you will be immersed in a culture reflective of a smaller firm while providing the resources and technical strength of a larger company. With the opportunity to work alongside supportive management, tackle challenging projects, and develop your career, there is no better time to join AMT.

Interested applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, be available for nighttime shifts, OT and/or weekends as needed, capable of working independently and within a team, and subject to background check. We are willing to train entry-level candidates with little to no transportation construction experience, however experienced candidates with previous VDOT inspection experience and certifications are in demand. We currently have openings for Construction Inspectors and a select number of Construction Inspector Trainees.

Responsibilities

Oversees and monitors 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.
Inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
Reports contractor’s daily production rates.
Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations.
Takes field measurements of pay items.
Reviews placement of and performs tests on construction materials.
Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
Oversees and enforces the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
Maintains project records; including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.
Review and monitor Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal-aid construction projects, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Fluent in spoken and written English language

Preferred:
0-6 years of highway construction experience
Working knowledge of: Roadway, structure and bridge construction / maintenance / repair / rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications.
VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual
Required VDOT Certifications relevant to the work being inspected
Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
OSHA 10 Hour Training

Why Join AMT?

At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands.

The AMT Difference

Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork, leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture.

To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.

Competitive Benefit Package

To strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get: