Construction Inspectors - ODOT / roadway projects

CTL Engineering, Inc.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Medical insurance

Job summary

CTL Engineering, Inc. is hiring Inspectors for Construction Services to support ODOT transportation projects. The position focuses on field work with some office tasks, working independently on broad projects under a Dept.

Manager, with frequent travel in the northeastern Ohio region. The role requires knowledge of engineering and construction standards, quality control experience, and the ability to read drawings and perform inspection and testing.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of engineering, construction, testing and inspection principles.
• Must have experience with materials and lab testing.
• Experience with quality control testing and compliance specifications.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience with quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skilled in lab reporting, writing reports and maintaining records.
• Ability to manage projects with little/no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor construction and demolition environments.
• Ability to interact well with others and communicate effectively.
• Capable of working in external environmental conditions and providing status updates independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce quality standards and specifications.
• Read project drawings, specifications, blueprints and work on a variety of construction projects.
• Provide construction administration and inspection services for state, county and local roadway, bridge, and municipal utility projects.
• Inspect projects to ensure contractor compliance with specifications, plans, and proposals.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations within bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• Notify Contractor or Project Engineer with status updates or non-conforming work.
• Possibly conduct hazardous material surveys and asbestos abatement monitoring.
• Conduct quality control testing for concrete, soils, masonry, asphalt, aggregate, and reinforcing steel.
• Notify the Project Engineer with status updates or non-conforming work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Project Engineer or Project Manager.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Construction principles

Materials testing

Quality control testing

Inspection methods

Project management

Independent work

Communication skills

Environmental adaptability

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Technical school or community college

Associate degree + 2+ years experience

2+ years related experience

Job description

CTL Engineering is hiring Inspectors for Construction Services for ODOT transportation projects. CTL Engineering (www.ctleng.com) is an award‑winning, full‑service consulting engineering firm with 15 locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA and a rich history of 98 years in business. We provide civil/site design, land surveying, environmental, geotechnical, construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

Highlights

• This position will include primarily field work with some office work.
• This position works independently on broad projects under the direction of a Dept. Manager.
• Projects are typically in the northeastern Ohio region. Frequent travel within this region is expected.
• A stipend for personal vehicle use or a company take‑home vehicle will be provided, based on the assignment.
• ODOT project experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce quality standards and specifications.
• Read project drawings, specifications, blueprints, and work on a variety of construction projects.
• Perform construction administration and inspection services for state, county and local roadway and bridge projects and municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
• Inspect construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans and/or proposals on roadway and bridge projects.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations are within bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports in a timely manner.
• Notify the Contractor or the Project Engineer with status updates or about non‑conforming work.
• Possibly conduct hazardous material surveys, as well as asbestos abatement monitoring services during abatement projects.
• Conduct quality control testing at project sites, including concrete, soils, masonry, asphalt, aggregate and reinforcing steel.
• Notify the Project Engineer with status updates or non‑conforming work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Engineer or Project Manager.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, testing and inspection principles.
• Experience with materials and lab testing.
• Experience with quality control testing and compliance specifications.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience in performing quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skill in lab reporting, writing reports and maintaining records.
• Ability to manage projects with little/no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability of monitoring construction and demolition environments.
• Must be able to interact well with others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in external environmental conditions during difficult weather.
• Ability to provide status updates independently.
• Be quality‑minded and client‑focused.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong plus if you have completed the ODOT Certified Technician program… OR…
• Has a Bachelor’s degree in either Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Technical school or Community college graduate.
• Preferred: Associate Degree with 2+ years of additional related work experience.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with highway construction specifications and previous field experience.
• Previous experience working for a testing company.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction engineering services and inspection/testing.
• Experience with field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, masonry, structural steel and fireproofing, etc.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Level II Soils, ICC Special inspections and/or CWI/NDT inspectors.
• Must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award‑winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), and a 401(k) plan.

CTL Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.