Lead Transportation Inspector – Highway & Bridge Projects

SilkRoad; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Transportation Technician III to serve as lead inspector on transportation construction projects across the state. Responsibilities include supervising inspection staff, verifying conformance to plans and specs, and maintaining records.

The role requires an associate degree in civil tech or survey tech with five years of field experience, DOT standard familiarity, and the ability to work nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology with 5 years of field experience.
• Experience analyzing highway construction plans.
• Familiarity with DOT standards and roadway drawings.
• NCDOT certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contractor operations on roadway and bridge projects.
• Supervise inspection staff.
• Measure quantities and maintain daily diaries.
• Maintain material certifications and testing reports.
• Interact with agencies and the public to resolve issues.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Motor Vehicle screening

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Associate degree in Survey Technology

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Transportation Technician III to serve as lead inspector on transportation construction projects across the state. Responsibilities include supervising inspection staff, verifying conformance to plans and specs, and maintaining records.

The role requires an associate degree in civil tech or survey tech with five years of field experience, DOT standard familiarity, and the ability to work nights and weekends.