On-Site Roadway & Bridge Construction Inspector I

CDM Smith; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a field Inspector to join our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group. The role offers on-site assignments at project locations across multiple states, with travel requirements up to 20%–40%, and opportunities to gain real-world experience on highway construction projects.

Responsibilities include inspecting traffic controls, environmental controls, and construction methods, reviewing daily contractor reports, and ensuring conformity with quality

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• 0 years.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel varies by workload and project needs.

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 the acceptance or rejection of daily reports submitted by the contractor, perform inspection of the contractor’s quality control procedures and material testing, and verify that procedures are in conformance with the approved Quality Control Plan and established procedures.
• Candidate must also be able to 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

English fluency

Arithmetic basics

MS Office

Tech adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a field Inspector to join our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group. The role offers on-site assignments at project locations across multiple states, with travel requirements up to 20%–40%, and opportunities to gain real-world experience on highway construction projects.

Responsibilities include inspecting traffic controls, environmental controls, and construction methods, reviewing daily contractor reports, and ensuring conformity with quality