Wvdot Transportation Construction Inspector All Levels

Greenman-Pedersen Inc; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

Medical/dental/vision plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen Inc. in West Virginia is seeking motivated Construction Inspectors to join our team. This role focuses on daily field inspections of bridges, roads, and utilities, with emphasis on accurate documentation and adherence to project plans.

The position requires technical reading of plans and strong collaboration with the project team. Ideal candidates bring WV boater certifications or WVDOH experience, and are willing to work day or night hours, including weekends, to support

Qualifications

• Must possess a WVTRET Certification (any Level 1-5) or be able to obtain a WVTRET certification within 6 months of hire.
• Previous construction inspection experience.
• Certification in WVDOH Material Testing programs is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with WVDOH SiteManager and ProjectWise applications.
• Must be able to work independently and/or with a GPI/WVDOH Project Team.
• Available to work contractor hours including day/night shifts and weekends if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractor work for heavy highway and bridge construction projects.
• Measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for payments.
• Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and standards.
• Perform material sampling and testing according to project standards.
• Ensure contractor work/materials meet specified standards and specs.
• Document daily project progress, including nonconformances and quantities.

Skills

Construction inspection

Site inspections

Reading plans

Documentation

Tools

WVDOH SiteManager

ProjectWise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Preview

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more.

GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

Job Description

Are you passionate about the infrastructure locally? Is career growth and development what you want? Do you like working on a variety of projects? Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you! GPI seeks motivated Construction Inspectors with varying years of experience working on bridges, roads, canals, utilities, and multi-use trail projects to join our team in various locations throughout West Virginia. Ideally, we seek someone with a good work ethic, a desire to learn, the willingness to work collectively with our team, and the ability to work on concurrent projects. GPI's success has been built around its seven strategic objectives, starting with employee satisfaction. This is evident by the longevity of our employee retention and the family culture felt within our organization. As an employee-owned company, we work together as a team with a common goal to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractor's work for heavy highway and/or bridge construction projects, including earthwork, subgrade, asphalt, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, MOT, safety devices, and utilities
• Ability to measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for contractor payment
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and standards
• Perform and/or observe material sampling and testing in accordance with Project standards and specifications
• Ensure contractor's work/materials meet standards and specifications
• Ability to properly document daily Project progress, including work performed, conformance/nonconformance with plans/specifications, manpower, equipment, contract quantities, and extra work
• Entering and recording project progress, materials, and documentation into SiteManager and ProjectWise
• Identifying and communicating project issues to project managers and the contractor
• Ability to identify, assess, and communicate unsafe conditions with the contractor

Qualifications

• Must possess a WVTRET Certification (any Level 1-5) or be able to obtain a WVTRET certification within 6 months of hire
• Previous construction inspection experience
• Certification in any WVDOH Material Testing programs is considered a plus, but not required
• Familiarity with the use of WVDOH SiteManager and ProjectWise applications
• Must be able to work independently and/or with a GPI/WVDOH Project Team
• Should also be available to work the contractor's hours of operation, up to and including day or night shift and weekends, as necessary for Project completion

Requirements

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'
• Able to operate a mechanical aerial lift or bucket truck up to a height of 100 feet
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds