Lead Highway Construction Inspector

NCDOT; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The NC Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Specialist II in the Weaverville Resident Engineer's Office to oversee highway and bridge construction contracts, supervise inspectors, review test reports, and ensure compliance with plans, permits, and environmental requirements.

The role requires reading plans, coordinating with contractors and agencies, managing daily operations, and potentially leading CEI staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology with seven years of progressive technician experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain construction plans, specifications, and permits.
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, and completing projects with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee highway and bridge construction contract administration and inspections.
• Lead and train inspectors, ensure materials testing and documentation meet specs.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility owners, and other agencies; manage permits and environmental requirements.

Skills

Construction inspection

Reading plans

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Flexible scheduling

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

Calculators

PCs

iPad usage

Job description

The NC Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Specialist II in the Weaverville Resident Engineer's Office to oversee highway and bridge construction contracts, supervise inspectors, review test reports, and ensure compliance with plans, permits, and environmental requirements.

The role requires reading plans, coordinating with contractors and agencies, managing daily operations, and potentially leading CEI staff.