Field Transportation Construction Inspector (Travel Up to 100%)

GAI Consultants Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to perform construction observation and inspection on transportation projects across Indiana.

This role reports to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative and interacts with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communications. Daily reports, status updates, and data reporting will document construction progress, with field and laboratory testing to ensure compliance with plans and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transportation construction and QC practices.
• Familiar with INDOT/DPW specs and inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and technical documents.
• Inspect contractor work and document progress and quality.
• Ability to measure materials quantities.
• Perform material testing.
• INDOT certified technician.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specs for field observations.
• Conduct tests and investigations to obtain materials data.
• Collect soil, asphalt, and concrete samples and prepare for testing.
• Document field activities and testing results.
• Perform laboratory and field tests per procedures.
• Use equipment to prepare analyses and reports.
• Communicate testing results with staff, contractors, clients.
• Lead tasks and supervise crews when needed.
• Work independently or lead crews.

Skills

Transportation construction knowledge

Quality control practices

Read and interpret construction plans

Inspect work and document progress

Measure quantities

Material testing

INDOT certified technician

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to perform construction observation and inspection on transportation projects across Indiana.

This role reports to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative and interacts with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communications. Daily reports, status updates, and data reporting will document construction progress, with field and laboratory testing to ensure compliance with plans and