Onsite Transportation Construction Inspector

CDM Smith; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Lowell, MA is seeking a field inspector to perform inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials on transportation projects. Work is on-site at various project locations with direct supervision from inspectors and engineers.

The role requires reading construction plans, contract provisions and specs, plus basic arithmetic and proficiency with MS Office. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 20–40% are essential.

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.

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 communication

Basic arithmetic

MS Office

Tech adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

CDM Smith in Lowell, MA is seeking a field inspector to perform inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials on transportation projects. Work is on-site at various project locations with direct supervision from inspectors and engineers.

The role requires reading construction plans, contract provisions and specs, plus basic arithmetic and proficiency with MS Office. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 20–40% are essential.