Roadway/Bridge Construction Inspectors

Oneatlas; Duluth, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas is seeking experienced Roadway/Bridge Construction Inspectors to join our Quality Management and Construction Inspection team. In this role, you will perform field inspections, materials testing, documentation, and compliance monitoring on complex transportation projects.

This position requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to work with engineers and senior inspection staff in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in civil engineering or construction management.
• Progressive transportation technician experience required per the listed education paths.
• Experience performing inspections, testing, and documentation on highway/bridge projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent roadway and structural inspections to ensure compliance with contract plans and specs.
• Inspect and test materials (soils, aggregates, asphalt, concrete) for quality and composition.
• Evaluate pavement operations for spreading, rolling, alignment, depth, and compaction.
• Maintain accurate project records and support contract administration with pay item documentation.

Skills

Field inspections

Materials testing

Documentation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Civil Engineering Technology / Construction Management

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology with 5+ years experience

High school diploma or GED with 7+ years experience

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our people. People who are masters of their fields. People who strive to deliver quality and excellence. People who make a difference in their communities.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

At Atlas, we’re committed to fostering a company culture that is welcoming for every employee.

Our People

Pushing the limits of what’s possible, we’re a place for intellectual curiosity.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is seeking experienced Roadway/Bridge Construction Inspectors to join our Quality Management and Construction Inspection team. In this role, you will support the inspection and acceptance of roadway and bridge construction projects by ensuring work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements. Working alongside engineers and senior inspection staff, you will perform field inspections, materials testing, documentation, and compliance monitoring on complex transportation projects. This position requires strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality infrastructure projects for our clients and communities.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform independent roadway and structural construction inspections to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Inspect and test construction materials, including soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete, to verify quality and proper composition.
• Evaluate pavement operations for proper spreading, rolling, alignment, depth, and compaction.
• Inspect roadway and bridge construction activities to confirm conformance with approved plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Monitor structural construction operations, including foundation excavation, culvert installation, piling, reinforcing steel, structural steel, concrete placement, and backfill activities.
• Monitor the installation and maintenance of traffic control measures and erosion and sediment control devices.
• Perform complex calculations, field measurements, and quantity verification to support contract administration and pay item documentation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely project records, reports, and documentation.
• Support engineers and lead inspectors in managing construction activities on large, complex transportation projects.
• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making in the field and provide work direction to others as needed.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Management and at least two (2) years of progressive transportation technician experience; or
• An associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and at least five (5) years of progressive transportation technician experience; or
• A high school diploma or GED and at least seven (7) years of progressive transportation technician experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience.

Preferred Certifications

• GDOT WECS certification.
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician certification or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician certification.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of highway construction specifications, standards, materials, methods, equipment, and accepted construction practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, inspection procedures, and related project documents.
• Strong understanding of mathematical principles, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations used in transportation and highway engineering.
• Ability to perform field measurements, calculations, inspections, and testing with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently in a field environment.

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

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