Field Roadway & Bridge Construction Inspector

CDM Smith; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 3,421,000 - 5,473,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Field Inspector to support highway construction projects across multiple locations. You will perform inspections, read plans, and ensure compliance under supervision, with emphasis on safety, quality, and schedule.

The role requires a High School diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel 20–40%. This on-site field position offers hands-on experience in transportation construction with opportunities to learn from seasoned inspectors and engineers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• 0 years.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

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

Arithmetic

MS Office

Tech adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Driver's license

0 years

Experience in lieu of degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Field Inspector to support highway construction projects across multiple locations. You will perform inspections, read plans, and ensure compliance under supervision, with emphasis on safety, quality, and schedule.

The role requires a High School diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel 20–40%. This on-site field position offers hands-on experience in transportation construction with opportunities to learn from seasoned inspectors and engineers.