Senior Transportation & Roadway Inspector – Employee-Owned

LJA; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Comprehensive benefits

Family support

Job summary

LJA Transportation is seeking a senior Construction Inspector to lead inspection activities for highway construction projects. The role works directly with Project Managers and team members to staff projects effectively.

Ideal candidates have extensive field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor junior inspectors. Travel and weather-exposed environments are possible, with some weekend/holiday work.

Qualifications

• 8+ years overall experience as an inspector for highway construction.
• Ability to perform work on active jobsite in safe, proficient manner.
• Ability to represent LJA and its clients professionally.
• Must have a clear driving record; a DMV check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Observes construction work performed by others, ensuring accuracy with plans and specifications.
• Reviews and interprets plans, specifications, and contracts for roadway, drainage, and/or structural highway construction.
• Communicates through verbal and written means as needed for job performance.
• Participates in project-level meetings as required.
• Meets with client as needed.
• Conducts periodic staff meetings with inspectors.
• Documents work activities.
• Provides status reports to PM(s) on routine basis.
• Reviews and mentors work of other inspectors.
• Storm water Inspections.

Job description

LJA Transportation is seeking a senior Construction Inspector to lead inspection activities for highway construction projects. The role works directly with Project Managers and team members to staff projects effectively.

Ideal candidates have extensive field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor junior inspectors. Travel and weather-exposed environments are possible, with some weekend/holiday work.