Senior Construction Inspector, Cherokee Road Projects

Iowa National Guard; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending

Life insurance

IPERS Retirement

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Transportation seeks a proactive Construction Technician Senior to lead inspections and manage contract documentation for complex roadway projects from the Cherokee Resident Construction Engineer office. You will supervise field and office work, ensure compliance with plans, specs, and project records, and coordinate with DOT staff, contractors and the public.

This role combines hands-on technical leadership with administrative duties, requiring strong data entry and

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead a team and coordinate inspections.
• Strong written and verbal communication for liaising with DOT staff, officials, contractors, and the public.
• Proficient data entry and computer use for records and vouchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead project inspections and oversee material certification.
• Ensure work complies with plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Track project updates and maintain detailed records (vouchers, as-builts, reports).
• Liaise with Iowa DOT staff, officials, contractors and the public.

Job description

The Iowa Department of Transportation seeks a proactive Construction Technician Senior to lead inspections and manage contract documentation for complex roadway projects from the Cherokee Resident Construction Engineer office. You will supervise field and office work, ensure compliance with plans, specs, and project records, and coordinate with DOT staff, contractors and the public.

This role combines hands-on technical leadership with administrative duties, requiring strong data entry and