Transportation Construction Field Inspector

Consor; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid professional training

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid/remote work options where role/

Job summary

Consor is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to oversee transportation infrastructure projects across the Portland metropolitan area. You will monitor contractor activities, verify compliance with plans, specs, permits, and safety rules, and maintain meticulous field documentation to support successful project delivery.

The role requires 2+ years of inspection experience on road, bridge, and transit projects, plus knowledge of ODOT standards and MUTCD guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of construction inspection experience on transportation infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience with ODOT construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of: ODOT Standard Specifications, ODOT Construction Manual, Oregon Standard Drawings, MUTCD and temporary traffic control requirements, ADA compliance standards, WSDOT/LAG.
• Experience documenting contractor quantities and preparing inspector reports.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, standards, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic construction management systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of transportation construction projects, including highways, roadways, bridges, transit facilities, utility relocations, traffic control, and ADA improvements.
• Verify contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, permits, environmental requirements, and agency standards.
• Inspect and document construction activities related to earthwork, grading, paving, concrete placement, drainage systems, structures, traffic signals, illumination, and utility installations.
• Review contractor schedules, work plans, material submittals, and testing results.
• Monitor and document quantities for pay estimates and progress payments.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, testing laboratories, utility providers, and agency representatives.
• Maintain detailed daily reports, diaries, photographs, and field records.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and assist in resolution of construction issues.
• Conduct field measurements and verify construction staking and layout activities.
• Attend progress meetings, pre-construction meetings, and contractor coordination meetings.
• Support change order documentation, claims avoidance, and project closeout activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety policies, environmental requirements, and traffic control standards.

Job description

Consor is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to oversee transportation infrastructure projects across the Portland metropolitan area. You will monitor contractor activities, verify compliance with plans, specs, permits, and safety rules, and maintain meticulous field documentation to support successful project delivery.

The role requires 2+ years of inspection experience on road, bridge, and transit projects, plus knowledge of ODOT standards and MUTCD guidelines.