Lead Field Inspector - Road & Bridge Projects (Outdoor)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development

Lafayette (LA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

40 hours ago
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Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a qualified Construction Inspector to support project engineers on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects. This outdoor, physically active role involves field inspections, materials observation, and detailed construction documentation to ensure compliance with DOTD standards.

Positions are located in Lafayette Parish District 03 / Unit 203 and report to the Construction Inspector Supervisor.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED plus four years of inspection experience, or equivalent education.
  • Experience in construction inspection or maintenance of roads, bridges, or related structures.
  • Engineer intern certificate or relevant engineering degree qualifies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead workers by organizing, training, and reviewing inspection staff.
  • Conduct field inspections and documentation for roadway and bridge projects.
  • Provide guidance in inspecting concrete pavements and asphalt pavements.
  • Monitor sampling and density testing procedures across project phases.
  • Assign inspection tasks to ensure contractor compliance with DOTD standards.

Skills

Field inspections
Materials observation
Construction documentation
Lead worker
Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED + 4 years experience
Six months plus 4 years relevant experience
24 college hours in relevant fields
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Engineer intern certificate

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a qualified Construction Inspector to support project engineers on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects. This outdoor, physically active role involves field inspections, materials observation, and detailed construction documentation to ensure compliance with DOTD standards.

Positions are located in Lafayette Parish District 03 / Unit 203 and report to the Construction Inspector Supervisor.

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