Field Construction Inspector - DOT Compliance (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Vacation and sick time

Hybrid/flexible schedules

401(k) and stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Columbus, OH, seeks a Construction Inspector to support Ohio DOT projects. You will perform field inspections, document contractor activities, and verify compliance with contract requirements.

Join our Civil Field team to prepare reports, coordinate with engineers and contractors, and help ensure project designs are executed correctly. A2-year degree in a related field and 2+ years of inspection preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in construction inspection.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Concrete Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with ODOT construction specifications and field experience.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Highway Construction Inspection, ICC Special Inspections, CWI/NDT.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; knowledge of Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and digital inspection platforms 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 inspection

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Concrete Technology

Equivalent experience

Tools

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

AASHTOWare

Appia

GPS/Arrow Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Columbus, OH, seeks a Construction Inspector to support Ohio DOT projects. You will perform field inspections, document contractor activities, and verify compliance with contract requirements.

Join our Civil Field team to prepare reports, coordinate with engineers and contractors, and help ensure project designs are executed correctly. A2-year degree in a related field and 2+ years of inspection preferred.