Field Inspector (Roadway Engineer)

Oneatlas; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Vacation & paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Life & disability insurance

Safety PPE provided

Learning & development programs

Employee communities

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Field Inspector to support roadway and utility projects across the region. You will perform field inspections to verify compliance with plans, specs, permits, and safety requirements, documenting daily activities and coordinating with contractors and engineers to keep projects on schedule.

This full-time role requires at least three years in field inspection on public works, with strong reading of drawings and good communication.

Qualifications

• Three years of field inspection or equivalent construction field experience on public works projects.
• Experience inspecting water main and sewer main installations or related utility infrastructure preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of construction inspection practices, quality assurance procedures, and public works standards.
• Ability to verify contractor work for compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Experience measuring, tracking, and verifying completed work quantities and supporting project documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination with engineers, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare accurate daily inspection reports and maintain detailed records of construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of roadway construction activities to verify compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, and applicable standards.
• Monitor and inspect utility construction activities, including water main and sewer main installations, to ensure quality workmanship and conformance with project requirements.
• Review and interpret roadway plans, engineering drawings, specifications, and construction schedules to support inspection activities and identify potential issues.
• Document daily construction operations, quantities completed, workforce and equipment utilization, weather conditions, and project progress.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility providers, engineers, and agency representatives to resolve field issues and maintain project schedules.
• Communicate inspection findings, construction concerns, and project updates to clients, project managers, and engineering staff in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify materials, construction methods, and completed work meet project specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Attend project meetings and provide field observations, technical support, and recommendations regarding roadway and utility construction activities.

Skills

Field inspection

Public works

Reading drawings

Communication

Travel locally

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our people. People who are masters of their fields. People who strive to deliver quality and excellence. People who make a difference in their communities.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

At Atlas, we’re committed to fostering a company culture that is welcoming for every employee.

Our People

Pushing the limits of what’s possible, we’re a place for intellectual curiosity.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re [Role] ready to [insert key responsibility] and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You’ll [insert main activities that will be performed to support the key responsibility.]
Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of roadway construction activities to verify compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, and applicable standards.
• Monitor and inspect utility construction activities, including water main and sewer main installations, to ensure quality workmanship and conformance with project requirements.
• Review and interpret roadway plans, engineering drawings, specifications, and construction schedules to support inspection activities and identify potential issues.
• Document daily construction operations, quantities completed, workforce and equipment utilization, weather conditions, and project progress.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility providers, engineers, and agency representatives to resolve field issues and maintain project schedules.
• Communicate inspection findings, construction concerns, and project updates to clients, project managers, and engineering staff in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify materials, construction methods, and completed work meet project specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Attend project meetings and provide field observations, technical support, and recommendations regarding roadway and utility construction activities.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Field Inspector or equivalent construction field experience on public works projects, including roadway, paving, sidewalk, and utility improvements.
• Experience inspecting water main installations, sewer main installations, treatment plant construction, or related utility infrastructure is preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of construction inspection practices, quality assurance procedures, and public works construction standards.
• Ability to verify contractor work for compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Experience measuring, tracking, and verifying completed work quantities and supporting project documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with engineers, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare accurate daily inspection reports and maintain detailed records of construction activities, progress, and field observations.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to project sites; overnight travel is not required.

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.