Inspector

HVJ Associates®; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental, Health & Vision insurance

Employer Paid Life, AD&D, & Disability

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional development & growth"

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive Pay Eligibility

Will Consider Relocation Expenses

Job summary

HVJ Associates is seeking a Level II Inspector/Sr Field Technician to oversee inspection and testing for roadway and bridge projects, aligning with plans and specifications. The role involves field oversight, plan reviews, and site reporting, with supervision from senior staff and potential training duties.

Applicants should bring substantial experience in transportation construction materials testing, plus ACI/SB102 Asphalt certifications and Texas DOT credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience as a senior construction materials technician.
• Must have ACI, SB102, Level 1A or Level 1B Asphalt Certifications.
• Any additional TxDot Certifications are a plus.
• Possess High School Diploma.
• Ability to lift concrete, soil, or asphalt samples as a routine part of the job.
• Ability to tolerate year‑round outdoor work.
• Must be able to pass a criminal history background check.
• May require statewide travel with paid expenses.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with no history of accidents or alcohol/drug‑related traffic offenses.

Responsibilities

• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Reviews plans and specifications to ensure that work is in compliance with same.
• Reports work progress and discusses construction related problems with project manager as needed.
• Prepares Daily Work Reports in Site Manager.
• Performs field and lab testing and/or inspections as assigned in a cheerful workmanlike manner.
• Provides support to the Project Manager and/or Laboratory Manager as needed.
• Keeps truck maintained and clean at all times.

Skills

Excellence

Integrity

Team Player

Communication

Organized

Judgment/Decision Making

Customer Focused

Gratitude

Mutual Respect/Likeability

Caring/Listener

Resourceful/Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Results Statement

A Level II Inspector/Sr Field Technician will be knowledgeable in construction methods and workmanship that ensures contractors build roadways, bridges, utilities, and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications. They will be experienced in construction inspection and testing for roadway (earthwork, subgrade, base, concrete and asphalt pavement, drainage, lighting, guardrail and striping for rehabilitation/new) and/or bridge (drilled shafts, driven piles, reinforcing steel, structural concrete, and bridge decks) elements and transportation projects, and will have basic familiarity with materials, methods, and processes used in the construction of transportation projects. The Construction Inspector will receive supervision and support from one or more senior field personnel and will be required to perform supervision and, if required, oversee material testing activities.

Ongoing Work

• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work
• Reviews plans and specifications to ensure that work is in compliance with same
• Reports work progress and discusses construction related problems with project manager as needed
• Assists with training for less experienced personnel as required
• Prepares Daily Work Reports in Site Manager
• Possesses working knowledge of construction, including materials, methods, plans, procedures and specifications, associated safety requirements, and knowledge of construction materials testing procedures
• Performs field and lab testing and/or inspections as assigned in a cheerful workmanlike manner
• Provides support to the Project Manager and/or Laboratory Manager as needed
• Maintains/obtains certifications as required
• Can perform quantity and engineering computations, read and interpret plans and specifications, document deficiencies and deviations from plans and clearly communicate this information to supervisors as they arise
• Documents work performed as appropriate on media and forms provided in a timely manner
• Manages time and works independently
• Works in various temperature and climate conditions
• Always follows safety procedures and company policies
• Communicates excellently with clients and team members
• Keeps truck maintained and clean at all times
• You will assign Construction Materials Testing and/or Inspector Level II job based on the company requirements

Key Criteria/Requirements

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience as a senior construction materials technician
• Must have ACI, SB102, Level 1A or Level 1B Asphalt Certifications
• Any additional TxDot Certifications are a plus
• Possess High School Diploma
• Ability to lift concrete, soil, or asphalt samples as a routine part of the job
• Ability to tolerate year‑round outdoor work
• Must be able to pass a criminal history background check
• May require statewide travel with paid expenses
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with no history of accidents or alcohol/drug‑related traffic offenses

Key Competencies

• Excellence
• Gratitude
• Mutual Respect/Likeability
• Integrity
• Caring/Listener
• Resourceful/Initiative
• Customer Focused
• Organized/Planner
• Team Player / Team Builder
• Judgment/Decision Making
• Communicative

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health & Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional development & growth opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive Pay Eligibility
• Will Consider Relocation Expenses

HVJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.