Senior Bridge & Roadway Inspector (Field Lead)

Accura Engineering; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and 3-5%

Retirement savings plan with company 3

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work env

Job summary

Accura Engineering in Atlanta, GA seeks a Sr Construction Inspector to lead field oversight of roadway and bridge projects. You will inspect, document deficiencies, and mentor junior staff to ensure QA/QC compliance with project specs.

The role requires extensive hands-on inspection, strong knowledge of plans, and the ability to coordinate with IQF and contractors. Night/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology with 3 years of road/bridge inspection.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology with 8 years of road/bridge inspection.
• High school diploma and 15 years of road/bridge inspection experience as OV or employee.
• Experience in transportation construction inspection including heavy civil, bridge and roadway projects.
• Thorough knowledge of specs, standards, materials, methods and equipment for highway and bridge construction.
• Proficient in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Experience reading complex construction plans and reports (BFI, pile driving, drilled shafts).
• Ability to work independently and make decisions; commitment to safety.
• Valid US Driver’s License; pass MVR.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and document deficiencies in roadway and bridge construction activities, communicating adjustments for contract compliance.
• Conduct daily site visits to monitor work-in-progress and ensure materials/workmanship meet specs.
• Mentor and review work of junior team members for QA/QC compliance.
• Provide inspections and written reports for bridge construction and OV activities.
• Supervise junior technicians performing OV audits and inspections.
• Serve as SME on Developer activities including remediation and repair reviews.
• Monitor on-site Developer activities and inspect materials per plans and provisions.
• Oversee sampling/testing in line with CQAP and project schedules.
• Attend pre-activity meetings with Developer’s Contractor and IQF.
• Coordinate with IQF to resolve construction discrepancies.

Skills

Field inspection

Reading plans & specs

QA/QC knowledge

Strong communication

Valid US Driver’s License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology

Associate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology

High school diploma with 15 years field experience

Job description

Accura Engineering in Atlanta, GA seeks a Sr Construction Inspector to lead field oversight of roadway and bridge projects. You will inspect, document deficiencies, and mentor junior staff to ensure QA/QC compliance with project specs.

The role requires extensive hands-on inspection, strong knowledge of plans, and the ability to coordinate with IQF and contractors. Night/weekend work may be required.