DOT Construction Inspector — Hybrid + Employee Ownership

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid schedule

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Dayton, OH is seeking a Construction Inspector for Ohio DOT. You will work with the Civil Field team to inspect projects, ensure compliance with plans, specs, and regulations, and document field activities.

This role requires a civil engineering or construction management degree, ODOT certification or related degree, and 2+ years of inspection experience. Familiarity with plan review software and field testing is a plus, with opportunities for growth and

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Concrete Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Completion of ODOT Certified Technician program or a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience in construction inspection.
• Familiarity with ODOT construction specifications and field experience.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction inspection/testing.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Highway Construction Inspection, ICC Special Inspections, CWI/NDT.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and digital inspection platforms (AASHTOWare, Appia) is a plus.
• Experience with survey equipment including GPS or Arrow Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observation and documentation of contractor activities for compliance with contract requirements.
• Prepare thorough Daily Work Reports (DWRs) detailing work status, item postings, materials associations, and jobsite conditions.
• Complete and submit required calculations, sketches, and forms per ODOT specifications.
• Verify construction adherence to contract requirements and communicate non-compliance issues to senior staff.
• Assist with Requests for Information and serve as liaison between contractors and senior technicians/engineers.
• Collaborate with project teams, including engineers, technicians, survey staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Work closely with senior technicians and engineers to ensure proper execution of project designs.

Skills

Field observation

Documentation

Contract compliance

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

ODOT Certified Technician

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

AASHTOWare

Appia

GPS equipment

Job description

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Dayton, OH is seeking a Construction Inspector for Ohio DOT. You will work with the Civil Field team to inspect projects, ensure compliance with plans, specs, and regulations, and document field activities.

This role requires a civil engineering or construction management degree, ODOT certification or related degree, and 2+ years of inspection experience. Familiarity with plan review software and field testing is a plus, with opportunities for growth and