Construction Inspector – Transportation / DOT (CEI)

Jobot; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided truck

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

7 paid holidays + floating holiday

Paid parental and adoption leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking Construction Inspectors to support transportation construction projects around Fort Wayne, Indiana. The roles involve field inspections, monitoring contractor activities, reviewing materials and workmanship, and documenting progress to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and standards.

We offer competitive pay ($32–$44.85/hour) with benefits and a company vehicle. Opportunities exist for various experience levels and local assignments within roughly two hours of Fort Wayne.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• INDOT Certified Technician certification.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience in transportation construction inspection.
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel to projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on roadway, highway, bridge projects.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with plans and standards.
• Inspect materials and workmanship; document progress.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Calculate quantities and verify completed work.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and project documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, clients and agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and materials.
• Support INDOT requirements and safety standards.
• Work safely in active construction environments.

Skills

Construction inspection

INDOT standards

Reading plans

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job details:

Construction Inspectors Needed! Transportation & Highway Projects | $32–$44.85/Hour + Excellent Benefits + Company Vehicle

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Robert Donohue

Salary: $32 - $45 per hour

A bit about us

We are a well-established engineering and consulting organization specializing in transportation infrastructure, construction engineering, and inspection services.

Our team works on important roadway, highway, bridge, and infrastructure improvement projects throughout Indiana, helping ensure construction meets established quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Due to continued growth and multiple ongoing projects, we're looking for Construction Inspectors with varying levels of experience to join our team in the Fort Wayne area.

Whether you're an experienced Construction Inspector looking for your next opportunity or a seasoned transportation construction professional ready to take on additional responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us

We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on meaningful transportation infrastructure projects.

What You Can Expect

• $32.00–$44.85/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• 7 paid holidays plus a floating holiday
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Company-provided truck
• Mileage reimbursement until a company vehicle is assigned
• Primarily local projects within approximately two hours of Fort Wayne
• Opportunities to work on a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects
• Multiple positions available

Job Details

We are seeking Construction Inspectors to support transportation construction projects throughout the Fort Wayne, Indiana area.

These positions involve performing field inspections, monitoring contractor activities, reviewing construction materials and workmanship, and documenting project progress to ensure compliance with applicable plans, specifications, and agency standards.

We have opportunities for candidates with different levels of construction inspection experience. Compensation and responsibilities will be determined based on qualifications and background.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on roadway, highway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and applicable quality standards.
• Inspect construction activities involving concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, structures, foundations, and construction materials.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Perform construction material testing and document results.
• Calculate construction quantities and verify completed work.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, progress updates, and project documentation.
• Monitor construction quality and identify potential deficiencies or noncompliance.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, project managers, clients, and public agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of construction activities, materials, and project progress.
• Support compliance with INDOT requirements and other applicable transportation construction standards.
• Work safely in active construction environments while maintaining awareness of project schedules and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction inspection, transportation construction, roadway construction, highway construction, or related infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with INDOT standards, specifications, and construction inspection procedures.
• INDOT Certified Technician certification.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience monitoring construction materials, workmanship, and contractor activities.
• Ability to calculate material quantities and maintain accurate inspection documentation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely navigate active construction sites.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift approximately 25–50 pounds.
• Flexibility to travel to project locations during the workweek, with occasional weekend work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly on INDOT transportation construction projects.
• Experience with Indianapolis DPW or similar transportation agency standards.
• Background in Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI).
• Experience inspecting roadway paving, concrete, earthwork, foundations, or structural construction.
• Experience performing material testing and documenting construction quantities.
• Previous experience working with engineering consulting firms or DOT contractors.
• Senior‑level candidates with 10–12+ years of transportation construction inspection experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.