Senior Highway Construction Inspector

Virginia Department of Transportation; Saluda (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks an experienced inspector to independently coordinate, schedule and inspect highway construction projects ensuring quality per plans and specs.

The role emphasizes communication with VDOT, external staff and the public, rigorous contract compliance, safety and environmental measures, and meticulous documentation across all construction phases.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively with VDOT and contractor personnel.
• Read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans and contracts.
• Record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports.
• Work in a team environment and provide guidance to others.
• Possess required certifications within 12 months of employment.
• Use engineering/testing equipment and computers/software competently.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to field adjustments and plan interpretations.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and reports.
• Coordinate with contractor and staff to resolve issues.
• Ensure contract compliance, safety, and environmental measures throughout construction.

Skills

Communication

Inspection

Project management

Reading plans

Report writing

Safety awareness

Education

ACI Concrete Field Level I

WACEL Concrete I Certification

CPR/First Aid

Fall protection training

OSHA 10

DEQ certifications

Tools

MS Office

AASHTOWare Project (AWP)

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks an experienced inspector to independently coordinate, schedule and inspect highway construction projects ensuring quality per plans and specs.

The role emphasizes communication with VDOT, external staff and the public, rigorous contract compliance, safety and environmental measures, and meticulous documentation across all construction phases.