Transportation Construction Inspector I (Full-Time)

Overview

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION: 

• Construction work experience and basic understanding of construction means and methods for transportation projects with a focus on VDOT or other DOT experience.  Experience inspecting projects to include roadway widening, intersection improvements, signalization, bridges, roadway maintenance, streetscape, utilities, and work activities of the same or similar type. Must also maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check, DMV driving record check, reference verification, and work history check.

Responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES:

• Provides on-site compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for conformance to plans, contracts, specifications, and codes applicable to the construction operations assigned. Communicates with and advise contractors of discrepancies and the necessary actions to conform to the plans and specifications.
• Maintains project records including daily diaries documenting work performed by construction contractors. Reports will involve the use of basic algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations and associated sketches.
• Checks materials and material documents to verify that they have been tested and when required sends additional samples to the client or other testing laboratories for verification.
• Assists with review of payment applications, final inspections, and creation of punchlists.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with the client, contractor, traveling public, adjacent property owners, other project stakeholders, and MBP team members.
• Ensures that highway work zones and traffic control are in compliance with current standards.
• Performs work of basic to moderate difficulty including materials testing and basic surveying.
• Performs various administrative duties to include but not limited to a daily timesheet, monthly expense report, and monthly mileage report.
• Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions, and be able to safely navigate uneven terrain.
• Performs various administrative duties to include but not limited to a daily timesheet, monthly expense report, and monthly mileage report.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Must possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of basic mathematics including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations based on field measurements.
• Construction-related training and/or experience or course work in road/bridge construction, civil engineering, materials, and tools utilized in the construction of transportation projects.
• Certification(s) from VDOT such as Intermediate Work Zone Protection, Asphalt Field Level I and II, Soils and Aggregate, Pavement Marking, Nuclear Gauge Safety, Guard Rail Inspector Training, ACI Concrete, and DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management are preferred. Other relevant certifications include WACEL, ICC, NICET or MARTCP.
• Ability to utilize computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, Email, and Internet navigation, and web-based tools.

STATUS: Full-time

The base hourly rate for this position is $25.00 to $28.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement  

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.