Field Inspector – Roadway & Bridge Construction

CDM Smith; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Field Inspector to join our Transportation Construction team. This role involves inspecting traffic control, environmental controls, layouts, construction methods, and materials on projects across multiple locations.

The position requires travel between 20% and 40% and the ability to read and interpret plans, contract provisions, and specifications. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with English proficiency crucial for daily

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English.
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer, smartphone or related applications and programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials, and all issues concerning the construction of a project under direct supervision.
• Determine the acceptability of the day‑to‑day work performed by the contractor. Review and recommend the acceptance or rejection of daily reports submitted by the contractor, perform inspection of the contractor’s quality control procedures and material testing, and verify that procedures are in conformance with the approved Quality Control Plan and established procedures.
• Candidate must also be able to review material testing procedures and results for conformance to the contract and measure quantities of materials placed.
• May be required to perform sampling and/or in‑place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement.

Skills

English communication

Arithmetic basics

MS Office

Tech adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Field Inspector to join our Transportation Construction team. This role involves inspecting traffic control, environmental controls, layouts, construction methods, and materials on projects across multiple locations.

The position requires travel between 20% and 40% and the ability to read and interpret plans, contract provisions, and specifications. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with English proficiency crucial for daily