Senior Construction Inspector

STV, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 93,314 - 106,039; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

STV, Inc. seeks Senior Construction Inspectors to join our Transportation Division in Virginia Beach and Richmond, VA. You will support major transportation projects and help deliver safe, high‑quality infrastructure.

Requirements include a minimum of 7 years of construction inspection experience and certifications such as ACI Concrete Field Tech Grade I, VDOT Pavement/Soils, OSHA 10, and related programs. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of construction inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety principles and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply safety philosophy to all job responsibilities and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Establish engineering controls for the construction contractor and inspect the work.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and perform on-site material testing.
• Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
• Communicate effectively with project staff and clients, verbally and in writing.
• Travel to project sites as required; nights/weekends may be needed.

Skills

Construction inspection

Safety compliance

Reading construction plans

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Tools

iPad operation

Job description

STV is seeking Senior Construction Inspectors to join our Transportation Division in Virginia Beach, VA, and Richmond, VA. These positions offer an exciting opportunity to support our growing Construction Management and CEI practice, helping to expand our services and enhance client relationships across the state.

As a Construction Inspector at STV, you will play a key role in major transportation projects, contributing to the development of critical infrastructure while enjoying a supportive, work-life balanced culture. This role provides a platform for career growth, offering opportunities to maintain and strengthen client relationships, broaden STV's regional presence, and be part of impactful, high-profile projects.

STV, an ENR Top 50 firm, is looking for professionals who lead by example, communicate effectively, and have a strong foundation in construction safety principles. If you are a driven, detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality and innovation in transportation construction, we encourage you to apply.

Perform construction inspection activities and assist in the administration of highway, bridge, rail, and tunnel construction projects. More specifically:

• Apply safety philosophy to all job responsibilities and ability to work safely in an outside environment
• Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications
• Establish engineering controls for the construction contractor and inspection of the work
• Prepare daily inspection reports
• Perform on-site material testing and sampling
• Perform measurement and documentation of completed work
• Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications
• Effectively communicate with project staff and clients, both verbal and written communication
• Basic knowledge of computer and tablet (iPad) operation

The employee will typically be assigned to VDOT or other roadway, bridge, rail, or tunnel construction projects. Daily travel to project site will be required. Candidates may need to work nights and weekends when required. Overnight travel is not expected but may be necessary on a limited basis.

Candidates must hold a valid state driver's license and clean driving record and have the ability to lift 50 pounds, traverse rough terrain, walk or stand for extended periods of time while performing manual tasks, and work outdoors during all types of weather.

Specific Requirements

Applicant must possess a minimum of 7 years of construction inspection experience.

Applicant must possess the following certifications or have the ability to acquire them (at no cost to the candidate) within 6 months of beginning employment, as schedule permits:

• ACI Concrete Field Tech, Grade I
• VDOT Asphalt Field Level I and II
• VDOT Soils and Aggregates Compaction
• VDOT Pavement Marking
• VA DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspection
• VA DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector
• Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
• Confined Space Entry

Compensation Range:

$93,314.00 - $106,039.00

STV offers the following benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)

Disability insurance

Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)

Paid Holidays (9 days)

Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)

Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.