Transportation Construction Inspector I (Full-Time)

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck); Roanoke (VA); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employer-paid medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account

Bonuses

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

Gym reimbursement

Pet insurance

Volunteer time

Mental health resources

Wellness programs

Certification support

Résumé du poste

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) seeks a Construction Inspector I to support field compliance, quality assurance, and documentation on active construction projects. You will represent MBP on sites, verify conformance with specifications and codes, and coordinate with agencies, contractors, and MBP teams to address discrepancies.

The role offers growth into progressive responsibilities with training and certifications, including OSHA and DOT-related courses, while MBP supports development and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience in construction.
• Mathematics including algebra, geometry, trigonometry for field calculations.
• Construction‑related training and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet tools.
• Experience with MBP systems (OnTrack) or ability to learn quickly.

Responsabilités

• Serve as MBP representative on active sites, verify conformance to specs and codes.
• Coordinate with agency personnel, contractors and MBP team members to address discrepancies.
• Document project activities and field issues affecting schedule, budget, and compliance.
• Review payment applications with guidance from senior team members.
• Maintain project records, diaries, photos, and inspection reports.
• Perform final inspections and prepare punchlists.
• Inspect grading, paving, and other project types as assigned.
• Prepare and check monthly project estimates and reports.

Connaissances

Quality control procedures

Read/interpret construction plans

Surveying and field measurements

Project scheduling awareness

Communication with stakeholders

Driver's license and travel

Independent work with supervision as 2

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Engineering/architecture background

Outils

Microsoft Office

SiteManager

MBP OnTrack system

AWP

Description du poste

Do you have progressive field inspection experience across transportation and building projects and enjoy coordinating with contractors, agencies, and clients while keeping projects on track and well-documented?

MBP is looking for a Construction Inspector I to support field compliance, quality assurance, and documentation on active construction projects. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated growth in responsibility inspecting similar work and are ready to represent MBP in daily interactions with contractors, agencies, and project stakeholders.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as a key MBP representative on active construction sites, verifying conformance with specifications and codes while supporting quality assurance and progress monitoring. Coordinate with agency personnel, contractors, and MBP team members to address discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Exercise sound judgment in documenting project activities and field issues that affect schedule, budget targets, and compliance. Support development of pay applications and contribute to project record strategies and reporting approaches. Work independently with guidance from senior inspectors, engineers or project leaders as scope and complexity increase. Candidates should be able to take on progressive responsibilities including:

• Must be able to obtain required certification with 18 months of hire.
• Candidates should be able to take online and in-person classes, study materials and pass required examinations required certifications may include: State specific DOT courses such as Soils and Aggregate, Asphalt, Concrete, Surface Treatment, Slurry Surfacing, Nuclear Testing, Hazmat, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Traffic Control, and Erosion and Sediment Control, Stormwater Management
• Perform field checks of red-line as-built plans to verify completeness of the plans.
• Conduct on‑site field compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for conformance to specifications and codes at various construction projects.
• Review payment applications with guidance from senior team members.
• Verify that maintenance and new construction conform to contracts, plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, approved material lists, and permit requirements; communicate discrepancies to contractors and advise on actions to meet requirements.
• Perform required materials testing.
• Perform basic to moderate surveying and take measurements to check line, grade, and dimensions of roadway and structural elements; advise contractors of discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with agency, contractor, and MBP personnel.
• Perform final inspection, prepare punchlists, and verify punchlist items are completed or corrected by the contractor.
• Maintain project records, including daily diaries documenting contractor work (locations of work, workforce, equipment, materials), project photos, and inspection reports; incorporate algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations and associated sketches as needed.
• Track submittals and requests for information and maintain project correspondence.
• Perform administrative duties required of MBP team members.
• Inspect grading projects, paving projects, demolitions projects, special design bridge projects, signal projects, signing projects, coating projects, utility projects, and other special projects as assigned.
• Research proper inspection and construction methods to prepare for inspection requirements.
• Review and\/or prepare daily reports for entries to the project diary, as‑built plans, materials books, and work books.
• Prepare and check construction project reports and monthly project estimates; make corrections and forward to appropriate parties.
• Monitor project budget and schedules.
• Assist in contractor’s monthly evaluations.
• Provide customer service and courteous communication to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Complete administrative tasks including daily timesheets, monthly expense reports, and monthly mileage reports.
• Obtain training and professional development and participate in marketing introductions, including professional association involvement.
• Participate in shortlist interviews as requested.
• Perform limited project management responsibilities when assigned.
• Actively participate in company activities, including area and company meetings.
• Obtain and maintain intermediate to advanced training and certifications.
• Maintain certifications required to inspect the assigned work.

Who We Are Looking For

Experience:

• Progressive experience inspecting construction work activities of similar type to assigned projects, demonstrating increasing responsibility.
• Experience across sectors such as federal, municipal, K-12 school, higher education, transportation, and ports or marina projects.
• Background monitoring and inspecting multiple construction operations including buildings, highways, roads, or bridges.
• Exposure to DOT-specific and horizontal construction environments, including grading, paving, demolitions, special design bridge projects, signal projects, signing projects, coating projects, and utility projects.

Education/Knowledge:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED); or significant years of experience in engineering, architecture, or a skilled craft in the construction industry; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Working mathematics including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations based on field measurements.
• Construction‑related training and experience demonstrating ability to perform duties.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email, internet navigation, web‑based tools, and specialized equipment.
• Client or MBP construction management information systems such as AWP, SiteManager, HICAM, or MBP’s OnTrack system, or ability to learn within one month of hire.
• Construction and inspection materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation work being monitored and inspected.
• Multiple construction operations and associated field practices.

Preferred Certifications:

• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification (required or obtained within 3 months of hire).
• Certification(s) from at least one or more of the following: State DOT (as appropriate), WACEL, ICC, NICET, CMAA, NACE, or MARTCP.
• Certifications preferred for horizontal construction (as appropriate for the DOT‑specific project): Soils and Aggregate, Asphalt, Concrete, Surface Treatment, Slurry Surfacing, Nuclear Testing, Hazmat, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Traffic Control, and Erosion and Sediment Control, Stormwater Management.
• Additional certifications preferred: Construction Manager in Training (CMIT).

Skills and Abilities:

• Independently implement quality control procedures.
• Understand and track project schedules.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret statistical data.
• Provide technical supervision, leadership, and training to other inspectors.
• Identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences.
• Use computers (including Microsoft Office) and specialized equipment.
• Read and interpret construction plans and contract specifications for assigned inspection work.
• Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments.
• Communicate inspection issues effectively and responsibly (verbal and written) with contractors, owners, subcontractors, and team members.
• Use surveying and measurement tools effectively for inspection duties (e.g., survey levels, transits, four‑foot levels, lock levels, measuring tapes, measuring wheels, straight edges, and other tools as necessary).
• Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties.
• Stand and sit as needed on project work sites; climb ladders; work at heights; and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Travel and drive regularly.

Guidance/Responsibility:

• Assignments received from Engineers/Consultants (typically Lead or Senior), Project Inspectors, Construction Manager, or Project Manager.
• Public and client interface as part of daily duties.
• Independence increases as knowledge, skills, and abilities grow; work independently while seeking periodic guidance and direction.

What We Offer:

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees)
• 401(k) profit‑sharing plan
• health savings account with company contributions
• competitive compensation with opportunities for semi‑annual bonuses
• generous paid time off
• tuition assistance
• student loan repayment
• annual gym reimbursement
• pet insurance
• paid volunteer time
• mental health resources
• company‑wide wellness activities
• training and development to support your professional growth
• MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour, State DOT certifications, WACEL, ICC, NICET, CMAA, MARTCP, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), and Construction Manager in Training (CMIT)

Status:

Full-time

Requirements:

• Fingerprint‑based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, reference verification, and work history verification prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license and safety shoes required.

The base hourly rate for this position is $25.00 to $30.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.