Senior Highway Construction Quality Lead

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

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a detail-oriented inspector to independently coordinate, schedule and inspect highway construction projects. You will ensure quality per plans and specifications while coordinating with VDOT staff and the traveling public.

Responsibilities include planning, supervision of inspectors, contract compliance, and maintaining as-built drawings. The role requires strong communication, math, and field inspection skills, plus relevant safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts and other project management documents.
• Ability to record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports, forms and correspondence.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and oversee and provide technical guidance and training to other inspectors.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology.
• Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry and ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
• Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment and maintain thereafter.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO and DBE guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction.
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, as well as computers and software applications.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule and inspect all phases of highway construction projects to ensure quality per plans and specs.
• Communicate with VDOT and external staff; manage public relations and traffic change notifications.
• Monitor and perform inspections; provide guidance to other inspectors and ensure contract compliance.
• Assist in project close-outs and maintain as-built drawings.
• Track and maintain materials documentation; prepare diaries and correlate to contractor activities.
• Review submittals, budgets and quantities; ensure on-budget delivery and proper equipment usage.
• Maintain project files and document daily occurrences, meetings and communications.

Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Documentation

Field inspection

Team leadership

Plan interpretation

Safety practices

Report writing

MS Office

AWP software

Tools

MS Office

AASHTOWare Project

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a detail-oriented inspector to independently coordinate, schedule and inspect highway construction projects. You will ensure quality per plans and specifications while coordinating with VDOT staff and the traveling public.

Responsibilities include planning, supervision of inspectors, contract compliance, and maintaining as-built drawings. The role requires strong communication, math, and field inspection skills, plus relevant safety certifications.