Roadway & Bridge Construction Field Inspector

CDM Smith; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support transportation construction projects across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves on-site inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, and materials under direct supervision, with travel to assigned project sites as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. No formal experience is required, but related on-site inspection responsibilities and travel will

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 0 years.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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

Microsoft Office

Tech adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support transportation construction projects across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves on-site inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, and materials under direct supervision, with travel to assigned project sites as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. No formal experience is required, but related on-site inspection responsibilities and travel will