Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Gannett Fleming; Fairfax Station (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee highway construction projects. This role involves ensuring contractor compliance with plans and specifications while documenting progress and maintaining project records. The ideal candidate will have extensive VDOT experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to quality and safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, diversity, and professional growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for personal development. Make a meaningful impact in your community through this exciting position.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years of VDOT experience in highway construction and maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Virginia DOT Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects.
• Document contractor progress and maintain comprehensive project records.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Project Management

Materials Handling

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SiteManager

LCAMS

Job description

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Pay $75000.00 - $95000.00 / year

Location Fairfax Station/Virginia

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: 9860

Position Impact

Gannett Fleming is seeking a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector to join us in VDOT’s Fairfax, Richmond and Fredericksburg Districts to inspect all phases of construction on highway construction and maintenance projects. The Inspector oversees, monitors and independently inspects routine highway construction phases for maintenance, bridge, signal installation and roadway construction projects. Measures, tests, and checks materials, methods, and installations to ensure contractor conformance with plans, specifications, and contract documents. Documents contractor progress on a daily basis, inputs data into automated software systems, and generates reports and correspondence.

The Work You’ll Do

• 6 years of VDOT experience and knowledge of roadway, traffic signals, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, construction symbols, and terminology.
• Prepares and reviews daily inspector reports for preparation of entries into project diaries as a working knowledge of SiteManager, LCAMS and is able to properly document materials in the Materials Notebook as well as other test reports for materials.
• Records or monitors recording material received showing quantities estimated to be required in quantities received, used and tested.
• Checks materials and material documents to make sure that they have been tested or performs routine physical test and analyze sample material on the job, sends additional samples to the District, Central Office, or other testing laboratories for verification of results in coordination with the Materials Division Memorandum and Materials Engineer.
• Maintains and reviews comprehensive project records including daily diaries, documentation of construction workforce, equipment, and materials records, inspection reports, project photos, as-built plans, pay quantity records, progress schedules, work orders and monthly payment estimates.
• Tracks submittals and requests for information. Maintains project correspondence.
• Understands and performs schedule reviews for project progress and schedule accuracy.
• Conducts and documents meetings such as Preconstruction and Progress Meetings.
• Prepares weekly and monthly reports for ongoing project progress.
• Performs field checks of all “red-line” as-built plans to assure completeness of the plans.
• Assist in constructability and bidability reviews.
• Monitors project budget.
• Assist in contractor’s monthly evaluations.

The Qualifications You’ll Need

• High school graduate/GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• The ability to obtain a Virginia DOT Security Clearance.
• Construction inspection experience with a DOT or consultant inspection firm or a combination of education/training/experience in construction including design build, engineering, project management, or materials handling which demonstrates the ability to perform the work.
• Possesses the following VDOT Materials Certifications - Asphalt Field I & II, Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field, ACI Concrete Field, Soils & Aggregate Field, Slurry Surface, Surface Treatment and Pavement Markings.
• Other certifications: Fall protection and confined space training, Guardrail Installation, OSHA Safety, Nuclear Safety & Transportation, Work Zone Traffic Control (intermediate level) and flagger certification, DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspection and DEQ Stormwater.
• Other specialty certifications may include WACEL, ICC, NICET, NACE, and CMIT (Construction manager in training) are a plus.

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.