Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation

Jacobs; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 117,482,000 - 206,309,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation based in the Oregon area (Bend, Portland, or Corvallis). You will oversee quality compliance on roads, rapid transit, and ADA ramp projects, working with contractors to review plans, monitor installations, and support turnover packages.

This role requires travel across Oregon during construction season and on-site presence. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in the DOT construction industry, strong communication and analytical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent certified technical training.
• 7+ years of experience in DOT construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction including material, methods, plans and specifications; safety requirements.
• Able and willing to work day and/or flexible schedules including weekends as required to support the project requirements.
• Valid driver's license with good driving history.
• Oregon DOT ramp certification preferred or ability to acquire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction work to ensure quality and compliance.
• Review plans and specifications with contractors and subcontractors.
• Assist in Turn Over Package requirements and development.
• Provide on-site monitoring and visual inspection of material at receipt and installation.
• Willing to travel Oregon-wide per diem during the construction season.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Learning agility

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Technical training

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We're looking for a Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation to be based in the Oregon area (affiliated with offices in Bend, Portland, or Corvallis) who is excited about working on projects supporting our clients’ business and business practices. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on construction projects including roads, rapid transit, and specifically for the Oregon ADA ramp program. You’ll be accountable for working with contractors and subcontractors to ensure quality compliance, reviewing plans and specifications, assisting in Turn Over Package requirements and development. You’ll also provide on-site assistance monitoring and visually inspecting material at receipt and installation.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-taskingand collaboration, and organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Willing to travel Oregon-wide under per diem during the construction season and then office or home-office in the off season.

Here’s what you’ll need

• High School Diploma or equivalent certified technical training required
• 7+ years of experience working in DOT construction industry
• Knowledge of construction including material, methods, plans and specifications; associated safety requirements.
• Able and willing to work day and/or flexible schedules including weekends as required to support the project requirements.
• Valid drivers license with good driving history

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Current, or ability to acquire Oregon DOT construction inspection and Americans with Disability Act ramp certification.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $41.00 to $72.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on August 14, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.