MDOT Transportation Construction Inspector All Levels

DeKalb Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

Medical/dental/vision plans

Paid time off

Job summary

GPI is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector for our Michigan team in Grand Rapids. You will inspect and document work to ensure compliance with MDOT standards and project plans, coordinating with contractors and engineers on a day-to-day basis.

Qualified candidates bring 10 years of field experience in bridge and roadway projects, MDOT certifications, and strong documentation and planning skills to support constructability reviews and RFI responses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of field experience in bridge deck/bridge rehab, roadway construction, and related testing.
• All applicable MDOT certifications and experience with MDOT documentation.
• Ability to read plans, collect field data, and document progress per contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, observe, document, and verify work to ensure compliance with schedule, plans, and specs.
• Prepare daily reports, photos, and process monthly pay applications.
• Review contract changes and respond to RFIs; coordinate with engineers and contractors.
• Coordinate materials testing and perform constructability reviews as needed.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist in estimating work.

Skills

Field inspection

Technical documentation

Plan interpretation

Education

MDOT certifications

Tools

MDOT Field Manager

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

• Location 4403 Donker Court S.E.,Grand Rapids, MI, 49512,United States
• Job Category Construction Inspection

Do you want to be with a company that cares about its employees and the community it works in? If so, GPI is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to join our Michigan team. Here you will have the opportunity to work on sustainable project while making an impact within your community. Successful candidates will further their growth and development of GPI’s regional transportation inspection presence. We are looking for individuals ready to work collaboratively in a growing operation. Employee satisfaction is our top priority, and we are deliberate in fostering a culture where each person is valued, challenged, and engaged.

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Inspecting, observing, documenting, and verifying work progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with project schedule, contract documents and plans.
• Confirming procedures are followed and materials used conform to plan specifications.
• Advise Contractor of the necessary actions to ensure conformance with plan, specs, and contract.
• Review and resolve any quantity disputes with contractor.
• Utilize inspection practices to perform calculations, constructability and bid reviews, and measurements of completed work to date.
• Reviews daily reports of assigned work activities, contactor labor and equipment, quantity of material received and verified.
• Perform on-site material testing and produce as constructed sketches.

What You’ll Bring:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Ten (10) years of field experience in the bridge deck and bridge rehabilitation/construction, roadway construction, concrete, soils, and pavement sampling, testing, and inspection on MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation) and/or MDOT Local Agency roadway, bridge, and ancillary structures construction projects is preferred.
• All applicable MDOT certifications
• Experience with MDOT documentation, inspection reports, and Field Manager/Field Book use.
• Knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA, and MDOT standards, policies & practices, and current procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Construction inspection for assigned project.
• Perform as single point of contact for all project related issues.
• Observe and document work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications.
• Prepare daily work reports and photo documentation.
• Review and process monthly pay applications.
• Prepare contract change orders.
• Gather field data and prepare response to request for information (RFI) from the contractor.
• Coordinate materials testing in accordance with MDOT Guideline for Sampling and Testing
• Coordinate with construction contractors, design engineers, and agency staff as needed.
• Perform constructability review and provide comments to design engineers.
• Perform quantity take offs and review engineer’s estimate.

Requirements

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds

Summary

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.