Roadway & Bridge Construction Field Inspector I

CDM Smith; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Field Inspector to support transportation construction projects across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves performing inspections, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and quality control procedures.

The position requires basic math skills, English communication, and the ability to learn new software. Travel up to 40% is expected, with driving responsibilities and a valid license required.

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

Arithmetic

Microsoft Office

Adapt to new technologies

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Field Inspector to support transportation construction projects across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves performing inspections, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and quality control procedures.

The position requires basic math skills, English communication, and the ability to learn new software. Travel up to 40% is expected, with driving responsibilities and a valid license required.