Senior Bridge & Roadway Inspector — Field QA Leader

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) seeks experienced Senior Construction Inspectors with a background in bridge and roadway construction to support high-profile infrastructure projects around the Lynchburg area for VDOT. Join our team to oversee contractor operations, review plans, collect field data, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while collaborating with engineers and owners.

This role requires 6+ years of inspection experience, relevant certifications, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or State Equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 6+ years of hands-on construction inspection experience (roadway/bridge).
• Ability to interpret plans, specs, and drawings; strong written/verbal communication.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Comfortable working night shifts and overtime.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor operations to ensure compliance with contract documents, design specs, and permit requirements.
• Coordinate inspection activities across multiple active work crews.
• Track daily work quantities and complete detailed inspection documentation.
• Prepare daily reports, monthly estimates, and as-built drawings.
• Conduct field inspections, materials testing, and maintain accurate testing logs.
• Review and validate contractor pay estimates.
• Support project engineers with field data, sketches, and reports.
• Maintain project diaries and document deficiencies or field issues.
• Review contractor schedules (CPM and monthly updates).
• Communicate regularly with engineers, owners, and stakeholders to maintain alignment and transparency.
• Uphold a proactive, solution-oriented approach throughout all phases of construction.

Skills

Communication skills

Plan interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) seeks experienced Senior Construction Inspectors with a background in bridge and roadway construction to support high-profile infrastructure projects around the Lynchburg area for VDOT. Join our team to oversee contractor operations, review plans, collect field data, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while collaborating with engineers and owners.

This role requires 6+ years of inspection experience, relevant certifications, and