Lead Construction Inspector - Roads & Bridges

Minnesota DOT; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota DOT is seeking an Inspector to assist the Chief Inspector on complex projects. You will perform field testing of materials, inspect roadway features, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

On less complex projects you may act as Chief Inspector to guide successful completion. Qualifications include a valid driver's license with eventual CDL, 2 years of contract administration or related experience, and certification requirements in aggregate, concrete, grading/base, and

Qualifications

• Valid Class D driver's license with ability to obtain Class B CDL within 6 months of placement.
• Two years of experience performing contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction) activities or related activities, OR
• A combination of one year in listed areas may substitute for one year of contract administration activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Inspector on complex projects and review quality of materials and workmanship.
• Serve as Chief Inspector on less complex projects to ensure successful completion.
• Perform field testing of grading, base, bituminous, and concrete materials and verify conformance to MnDOT specs.
• Inspect roadway features for compliance with plans and specifications and ensure tolerances.
• Report deficiencies to Chief Inspector and verify corrections to meet project documents.

Skills

Contract administration

Construction inspection

Field testing

Quality assurance

Education

Two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree / 4-year degree in Engineering

Tools

Aggregate Production Certification

Concrete Tester Certification

Grading & Base Tester Certification

Bituminous Street Inspector Certification

Job description

Minnesota DOT is seeking an Inspector to assist the Chief Inspector on complex projects. You will perform field testing of materials, inspect roadway features, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

On less complex projects you may act as Chief Inspector to guide successful completion. Qualifications include a valid driver's license with eventual CDL, 2 years of contract administration or related experience, and certification requirements in aggregate, concrete, grading/base, and