Roadway & Bridge Inspector — Field & Materials Testing

Atlas; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas is seeking experienced Roadway/Bridge Construction Inspectors to join our Quality Management and Construction Inspection team. The role involves field inspections, materials testing, documentation, and compliance monitoring on complex transportation projects, working alongside engineers and senior staff.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, evaluating pavement operations, maintaining records, and supporting contract administration.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Roadway inspection

Field measurements

Documentation & reporting

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Job description

Atlas is seeking experienced Roadway/Bridge Construction Inspectors to join our Quality Management and Construction Inspection team. The role involves field inspections, materials testing, documentation, and compliance monitoring on complex transportation projects, working alongside engineers and senior staff.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, evaluating pavement operations, maintaining records, and supporting contract administration.