Highway Construction Inspector I–III: Shape Road Projects

State of Oklahoma; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual benefit allowances

Health, dental, vision plans

Paid leave & holidays

Retirement savings plans

EAP & wellness program

Job summary

State of Oklahoma Department of Transportation is hiring a District 8 Highway Construction Inspector I, II, or III to oversee highway construction inspections, perform material sampling and testing, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications at the Sand Springs, OK location. Positions range from Level I to III, with progression based on experience.

A strong emphasis on documentation, safety, and stakeholder communication is required, along with the ability to operate agency vehicles and

Qualifications

• Oversee highway construction inspections and ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
• Perform sampling and field testing of materials per ODOT guidelines.
• Submit test records and samples to the residency lab; maintain records in the CM System.
• Inspect contractor work for compliance with project plans and specs.
• Communicate with businesses and landowners affected by projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs sampling and field testing of materials used during construction projects, ensuring compliance with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) testing guidelines.
• Submits accurate test records and samples to the residency lab.
• Maintains current records in the Construction Management System and updates the system data.
• Inspects contractor’s work to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Communicates with stakeholders, such as businesses and landowners affected by the project.
• Maintains required documentation of project progress, including measurements, calculations, and documentation of all work events and conditions.
• Submits progressive estimates and time and diary reports.
• Operates agency-issued vehicles and other equipment safely.
• Conducts safety reviews.
• Resolves contract disputes and interpretation with contractors.
• Uses agency-provided software to document progress and required reports such as Daily Work Reports (DWR), Diaries, Material Testing, Estimates
• Trains new employees.

Skills

Inspection techniques

Materials sampling & testing

Documentation & reporting

Stakeholder communication

Safety compliance

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in STEM, construction management or related field; 1–2 years of transportation experience

Level III required: 3–5 years of transportation-related experience or equivalent

Tools

Construction Management System

Job description

State of Oklahoma Department of Transportation is hiring a District 8 Highway Construction Inspector I, II, or III to oversee highway construction inspections, perform material sampling and testing, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications at the Sand Springs, OK location. Positions range from Level I to III, with progression based on experience.

A strong emphasis on documentation, safety, and stakeholder communication is required, along with the ability to operate agency vehicles and