Ncdot Transportation Construction Inspector Levels 1 - 5

Greenman-Pedersen Inc; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. seeks motivated Construction Inspectors to support bridge, road, canal, utilities, and trail projects across North Carolina. You will perform field inspections, measure quantities, read plans, and ensure work meets specifications.

Strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork is required. Ideal candidates have transportation project experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to manage concurrent inspections in multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Previous inspection experience on transportation-related projects is required.
• Experience may be in federal, municipal, DOT, ports, or marina projects.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR and access to a personal vehicle.
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in English; basic computer skills with Word/Excel/SharePoint/Teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractors' work for heavy highway and/or bridge construction projects, including earthwork, subgrade, asphalt, concrete, reinforcing steel, and utilities.
• Ability to measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for contractor payment.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and standards.
• Perform and/or observe material sampling and testing in accordance with Project standards and specifications.
• Ensure contractor's work/materials meet standards and specifications.
• Document daily Project progress, conformance with plans/specifications, manpower, equipment, quantities, and extra work.

Skills

Inspection experience

Reading plans

English language

Documentation & reporting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Job description

Email Communications

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Job Description

Are you passionate about local infrastructure? Is career growth and development what you want? Do you like working on a variety of projects? Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you! GPI seeks motivated Construction Inspectors with varying years of experience working on bridges, roads, canals, utilities, and multi-use trail projects to join our team in various locations throughout North Carolina. Ideally, we seek someone with a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, a willingness to work collaboratively with our team, and the ability to manage concurrent projects.

GPI's success has been built around its seven strategic objectives, starting with employee satisfaction. This is evident by the longevity of our employee retention and the family culture felt within our organization. As an employee-owned company, we work together as a team with a common goal to succeed. 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

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractors' work for heavy highway and/or bridge construction projects, including earthwork, subgrade, asphalt, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, MOT, safety devices, and utilities
• Ability to measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for contractor payment
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and standards
• Perform and/or observe material sampling and testing in accordance with Project standards and specifications
• Ensure contractor's work/materials meet standards and specifications
• Ability to properly document daily Project progress, including work performed, conformance/nonconformance with plans/specifications, manpower, equipment, contract quantities, and extra work
• Entering and recording project progress, materials, and documentation
• Identifying and communicating project issues to project managers and the contractor
• Ability to identify, assess, and communicate unsafe conditions with the contractor

Qualifications

• Construction work experience with an understanding of construction means and methods with varying levels from Technician 1 to Technician 5
• Previous inspection experience in transportation-related projects is required
• Experience may be in federal, municipal, DOT, ports, or marina projects
• Preferred certifications: NCDOT Concrete, QMS Roadway, Conventional Density, ABS Sampling, Borrow Pit Sampling, and/or Level II Erosion and Sediment Control 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 and operate personal fall arresting apparatus, and work at a height of 6' or higher
• 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

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.

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.