On-Site Roadway & Bridge Construction Inspector

CDM Smith; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group. The role involves on‑site inspections at project locations, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety requirements, while gaining hands‑on experience in highway construction projects.

You will review contractor work, perform measurements, and assist with documentation and reporting. Travel to multiple project sites is expected, with a focus on quality control and accurate

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English.
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer, smartphone or related applications and programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials, and all issues concerning the construction of a project under direct supervision.
• Determine the acceptability of the day‑to‑day work performed by the contractor. Review and recommend acceptance or rejection of daily reports, inspect QC procedures and material testing, ensure conformance with Quality Control Plan.
• Review material testing procedures and results for conformance to the contract and measure quantities of materials placed.
• May be required to perform sampling and/or in‑place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Arithmetic basics

MS Office

Adaptability to new tech

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group. The role involves on‑site inspections at project locations, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety requirements, while gaining hands‑on experience in highway construction projects.

You will review contractor work, perform measurements, and assist with documentation and reporting. Travel to multiple project sites is expected, with a focus on quality control and accurate