Roadway Construction Inspectors

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas in Duluth, Georgia is seeking an experienced Roadway Construction Inspector to support transportation construction programs. You will conduct inspections, sample materials, verify conformance with plans, and document findings in project records.

The role requires field work, occasional night/weekend availability, and ability to travel to project sites. A civil engineering degree or equivalent experience is required, with GDOT/ACI certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field and two years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and five years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience.
• High school diploma or GED and seven years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, standardized, and moderately complex inspections of roadway and structural construction projects to verify compliance with contract requirements, plans, and specifications.
• Inspect and test construction materials, including soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete, to ensure quality standards and proper mix designs are met.
• Evaluate pavement placement activities, including spreading, rolling, alignment, depth, and compaction, to ensure conformance with project requirements.
• Inspect roadway and structural construction work to confirm compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor structural construction activities, including foundation excavation, culvert installation, piling operations, reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, concrete placement, and backfilling.
• Monitor the installation and maintenance of traffic control and erosion control measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Perform field measurements, calculations, and quantity verification to support contract administration and pay item documentation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized project records, reports, and inspection documentation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Highway construction knowledge

Plan interpretation

Mathematical calculations

Recordkeeping

Independent field work

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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.

We are seeking Roadway Construction Inspectors to join our Construction Management/Construction Inspection practice team in Duluth, Georgia. Come join us!

Job Description

This is an advanced journey to advanced level inspector position technical work supporting engineers in functional areas of roadway and bridge construction acceptance inspection and materials sampling and testing verification. Employee supports engineers and lead inspectors in the management of construction activities on large complex construction projects. Work usually involves a significant amount of decision making and use of judgment and may include providing work directions to others. This position requires some night and weekend availability.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, standardized, and moderately complex inspections of roadway and structural construction projects to verify compliance with contract requirements, plans, and specifications.
• Inspect and test construction materials, including soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete, to ensure quality standards and proper mix designs are met.
• Evaluate pavement placement activities, including spreading, rolling, alignment, depth, and compaction, to ensure conformance with project requirements.
• Inspect roadway and structural construction work to confirm compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor structural construction activities, including foundation excavation, culvert installation, piling operations, reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, concrete placement, and backfilling.
• Monitor the installation and maintenance of traffic control and erosion control measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Perform field measurements, calculations, and quantity verification to support contract administration and pay item documentation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized project records, reports, and inspection documentation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field, and two (2) years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience; or
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and five (5) years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience; or
• High school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of progressive transportation or construction inspection experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience.

Preferred Certifications

• GSWCC Level 1A (Erosion and Sediment Control) Certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of highway and transportation construction specifications, standards, materials, methods, equipment, and accepted construction practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction plans, contract documents, specifications, inspection procedures, and related project documentation.
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations used in transportation and highway construction, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric applications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate inspection records and project documentation.
• Ability to work independently in the field while effectively communicating with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Georgia driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Commitment to following Atlas health, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform field work in varying weather and construction site conditions.
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

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.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

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

• Career Level: Technician
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.