Lead Transportation Inspector — Road & Bridge Materials

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Transportation seeks a Chief Inspector to oversee complex multi-phase projects, leading the inspection crew and coordinating field activities. The role requires ensuring materials meet MnDOT specifications and maintaining meticulous contract documentation.

The position involves applying enforcement procedures on the most complex projects and directing testing and reporting to support successful project completion.

Qualifications

• Valid Class D Driver’s License.
• Four years of experience performing roadway/bridge contract administration.
• A two-year degree or four-year degrees may substitute for one year of experience.
• Certifications in aggregate production, grading/base inspector, bituminous street, concrete field inspector, or construction installer.
• Upon hire, certification in one of grading/base inspector or concrete field inspector, with the other within 12–24 months.

Responsibilities

• Leads inspection crew on complex projects and coordinates personnel and work assignments.
• Directs materials testing and analyzes results to ensure MnDOT specs are met.
• Performs highly complex inspections and documents progress per contract requirements.
• Maintains documentation of materials quality and quantity and submits required reports.
• Applies enforcement procedures to the contract for the most complex projects.

Skills

Contract Administration

Education

Two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree

Four-year degrees in Architectural/Civil/Mechanical Eng or Land Surveying/Geomatics

Job description

Minnesota Department of Transportation seeks a Chief Inspector to oversee complex multi-phase projects, leading the inspection crew and coordinating field activities. The role requires ensuring materials meet MnDOT specifications and maintaining meticulous contract documentation.

The position involves applying enforcement procedures on the most complex projects and directing testing and reporting to support successful project completion.