Field Construction Inspector (INDOT) | Hybrid Schedule

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber is seeking a Construction Inspector in Indianapolis to ensure compliance with INDOT standards, project plans, and client specifications. You will work with our Civil Field team to document field conditions and assist with information requests.

The role requires reading plans, performing inspections of concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utilities, and coordinating with engineers and contractors to resolve issues. Hybrid schedules are available.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Concrete Technology, or equivalent experience.
• INDOT Certified Technician program completion or a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with highway construction specifications and previous field experience.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction inspection/testing, including Dynamic Cone Penetrometer, Lightweight Deflectometer, and aggregate gradations.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, material sampling and testing.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity 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

• Prepare detailed Daily Work Reports (DWRs) documenting work status, materials, and jobsite conditions.
• Complete calculations, sketches, and forms per INDOT specifications.
• Read and interpret complex plans, specifications, and shop drawings; verify construction compliance.
• Communicate non-compliance issues to senior staff and assist with Requests for Information.
• Serve as liaison between contractors and senior technicians/engineers to resolve constructability issues.
• 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

Reading plans

Regulatory compliance

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

INDOT Certified Technician program

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanGrid

AASHTOWare

Appia

GPS

Arrow Systems

Job description

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber is seeking a Construction Inspector in Indianapolis to ensure compliance with INDOT standards, project plans, and client specifications. You will work with our Civil Field team to document field conditions and assist with information requests.

The role requires reading plans, performing inspections of concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utilities, and coordinating with engineers and contractors to resolve issues. Hybrid schedules are available.