VDOT Construction Inspector

Join Our Team as a VDOT Construction Inspector!

Are you ready to play a critical role in building and maintaining Virginia's transportation infrastructure? We are seeking dedicated and skilled Construction Inspectors to work on challenging and rewarding projects across the state for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

About the Role :

As a VDOT Construction Inspector, you will monitor and inspect construction projects, including roadways, structures, bridges, utilities, and maintenance work. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that construction activities and materials comply with VDOT specifications, approved plans, and contract documents. This involves working efficiently and in a timely manner to achieve on-time, on-budget projects with high quality and safety.

This position requires physically demanding work in field conditions. You must be capable of climbing, crawling, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, in confined spaces, and traversing embankments.

Key Responsibilities :

• Monitor and inspect contractor's work for conformance with contract plans and specifications.
• Observe and monitor contractor's construction equipment.
• Inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance.
• Review placement of and perform tests on construction materials.
• Verify correct materials delivered and installed, and track percentage of work completed.
• Apply engineering principles in the inspection and documentation of construction activities.
• Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
• Read, interpret, and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts, and other project management documents.
• Prepare reports, enter data, update and maintain files, including submitting daily reports.
• Provide pre-construction, during construction, and post-construction photos of the site.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. This includes diplomatic communication with job-site foreman and crew, and potentially interfacing with clients, state / federal agencies, and other disciplines.
• Work independently and potentially oversee the work of others (especially for Senior roles).
• Coordinate with residents and businesses in affected construction areas.

Qualifications :

Required Certifications and Licenses :

Salary Information :

Salary ranges for VDOT Construction Inspector roles can vary based on experience level, specific certifications held, and location.

Benefits :

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Vision, and Dental insurance, 401(k) plans (with match), Holidays and Paid Time Off

Other Requirements :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.