Lead Construction Inspector — Bridges & Roads

State of Louisiana; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 84,386,000 - 88,166,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana DOTD is seeking a District 61-Unit 206-ASCENSION construction inspector supervisor to lead a team of inspectors, oversee surveying and testing, and ensure compliance with plans on diverse civil projects.

The role requires self-motivation, the ability to interpret unforeseen conditions, and participation in DOTD training programs. Appointment type may be promotional or detail; compensation is $29.45 per hour with biweekly pay. Open to LaDOTD employees only.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in construction inspection or maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or related structures
• Six months of sub-professional engineering or related experience plus five years in inspection
• Bachelor's degree or engineer intern certificate can substitute experience

Responsibilities

• Serves as a team leader over inspectors engaged in inspection, surveying and testing on construction projects
• Manages major and minor projects and inspects contractor work for compliance with plans and specs
• Performs field discussions and calculations for areas, weights, and volumes for bridge structures and roadways

Skills

Construction inspection experience

Sub-professional engineering exp

Field inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / construction

Thirty semester hours in architecture, cartography, construction management, or related fields

Engineer intern certificate

Job description

State of Louisiana DOTD is seeking a District 61-Unit 206-ASCENSION construction inspector supervisor to lead a team of inspectors, oversee surveying and testing, and ensure compliance with plans on diverse civil projects.

The role requires self-motivation, the ability to interpret unforeseen conditions, and participation in DOTD training programs. Appointment type may be promotional or detail; compensation is $29.45 per hour with biweekly pay. Open to LaDOTD employees only.