Field Inspector – Transportation & Municipal Projects (Michigan)

LVI Associates; Detroit (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development and cert. ass

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Construction Engineering Inspector to support Michigan-based transportation and municipal infrastructure projects. You will inspect field activities, ensure plans and specs are followed, and document progress while coordinating with contractors, engineers, and agency representatives.

The role requires experience with roadway, bridge, utility, and municipal construction, strong writing and communication skills, and willingness to travel across Michigan for project

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in construction inspection, transportation engineering, municipal infrastructure, or heavy civil construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on transportation and municipal construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Inspect roadway, bridge, utility, stormwater, grading, paving, and site development construction.
• Measure quantities and verify installed materials for payment estimates and project documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and agency representatives.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project records.
• Review contractor work and identify deficiencies requiring corrective action.
• Assist with materials testing, quality control, and compliance verification.
• Attend project meetings and provide construction updates to key stakeholders.
• Support successful project delivery through accurate documentation and communication.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Reading construction plans

Technical writing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates or: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Civil Engineering Technology / Construction Management

Tools

Construction documentation software

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking a Construction Engineering Inspector to support Michigan-based transportation and municipal infrastructure projects. You will inspect field activities, ensure plans and specs are followed, and document progress while coordinating with contractors, engineers, and agency representatives.

The role requires experience with roadway, bridge, utility, and municipal construction, strong writing and communication skills, and willingness to travel across Michigan for project