Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation / Bridge

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

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Group Life Insurance

Flexible spending accounts for medical

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking experienced Senior Construction Inspectors with a background in bridge and roadway construction to join our team on high-profile transportation projects across VDOT’s Fredericksburg District.

We value a proactive, collaborative culture and offer opportunities to advance in critical infrastructure delivery. The role requires field inspections, reports, coordination across crews, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 6+ years of hands-on construction inspection experience with emphasis on roadway, bridge, utility construction, and pavement rehabilitation.
• Proficiency in interpreting plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable working night shifts and overtime as required.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor operations to ensure compliance with contract documents, design specifications, 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

Roadway construction

Bridge construction

Pavement rehabilitation

Plan interpretation

Communication skills

Driver's license

Night shifts

Education

High School Diploma or State Equivalency

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking experienced Senior Construction Inspectors with a background in bridge and roadway construction to join our expanding team. With a strong pipeline of recently awarded contracts, we are looking for talented professionals ready to make an impact on high-profile infrastructure projects across VDOT’s Fredericksburg District.

At WRA, we take pride in fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Our continued success is driven by our people—and we invest in their development. If you’re a seasoned inspector ready to advance your career and contribute to the delivery of critical transportation projects, we’d like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee contractor operations to ensure compliance with contract documents, design specifications, 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 6+ years of hands‑on construction inspection experience with an emphasis on roadway, bridge, utility construction, and pavement rehabilitation.
• Proficiency in interpreting plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable working night shifts and overtime as required.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Certifications & Training (Required):

• VDOT materials certificationsin:
  • Asphalt (Asphalt Field Level I & II)
  • Soils and Aggregate Compaction
  • Pavement Marking
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Safety or ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
• WACEL or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional VDOT certifications: GRIT, Slurry, Surface Treatment
• DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector
• OSHA-10 Construction Safety
• Bachelor’s Degree or advanced technical certifications

Physical Requirements (Essential Functions):

This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:

• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, and other unpaved surfaces
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Driving to and from project sites
• Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks

The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.

Join a company where your work matters, your skills are valued, and your career can grow. Apply today and help shape the future of transportation infrastructure with WRA.

Benefits:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success.

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $135,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)