17257 - Inspector Const

4608 Boydton Plank Road, North Dinwiddie, Petersburg, Virginia, United States, 23804

About the Role

Inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the general supervision of senior or supervisory staff, ensuring construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public.

Responsibilities

• Communication:
  • Communicate with VDOT support staff and external support staff.
  • Assist in the management of public relations for project and respond to public concerns.
  • Work proactively with the Project Inspector, Construction Manager, and Communications Office to notify project support staff and the public of traffic changes and project phase start and finish.
  • Address landowner, business owner, and traveling public concerns regarding the project.
  • Assist with the coordination and distribution of lane closure notification with the Traffic Operations Center, Communications, and Residency.
  • Work with contractor to resolve issues.
• Construction and Contract Compliance:
  • Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with contract, plans, and applicable documents to include environmental, erosion and sediment controls, safety, traffic controls, and EEO and DBE guidelines, regulations, and permits.
  • Ensure project compliance and quality requirements are met.
  • Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager with notifications to contractor of non-compliance issues and resolution through documentation.
  • Ensure all materials are tested and approved for acceptance before use on project and proper documentation is in hand before payment.
  • Oversee or perform materials testing.
• Project Documentation:
  • Track and maintain materials documentation for project.
  • Maintain detailed DWRs (Daily Work Reports) and diaries and correlate to the contractor's scheduled construction activities so VDOT can track individual activities, resources, productivity, and efficiencies.
  • Assist in maintaining project files.
  • Document all daily occurrences, meetings, and communications and correlate to contract documents to provide information on changes in the contractor's scope of work.
  • Keep jobsite photos.
  • Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager with issuing quarterly CPEs (Contractor Performance Evaluations) for prime and each subcontractor working on project to allow VDOT to evaluate contractor's performance.
  • Assist with closing out project.
  • Maintain as-built drawings.
• Project Oversight:
  • Ensure assigned QC (Quality Control) tasks are monitored and documented for contract compliance.
  • Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager in monitoring project schedule.
  • Assist Project Inspector and Construction Manager in determining support equipment required to include obtaining equipment and returning it in its proper condition.
  • Assist in maintaining all assigned work areas by keeping them clean and appropriate for use.
  • May be assigned the role of Project Inspector for less complex contracts, working closely with the Construction Manager.
  • May train and oversee the work of other inspectors and trainees assigned to a project.
• Project Safety and Environmental Compliance:
  • Ensure work zones are properly established and maintained.
  • Ensure project employees and equipment are performing in compliance with safety practices and directives.
  • Monitor erosion and sediment control measures to ensure compliance and appropriate maintenance.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Practice safe driving and maintain a clean vehicle interior and exterior.

Requirements

• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor adjustments to construction plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare reports, and maintain project files.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in field conditions such as using testing equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights, in confined spaces, and making visual observations.
• Ability to provide work direction to others in the activities of a large construction project.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze roadway, structure, and bridge plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ability to work in the vicinity and operate devices utilizing low-level ionizing radiation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of mathematics to include algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, and terminology.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety, environmental, and equal employment opportunity guidelines and regulations as they relate to transportation construction.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Safety shoes required.
• Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment and maintain thereafter.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction, civil engineering, project management, or materials inspection.
• A combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering, Drafting, or related field desired.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, project management, or materials inspection.
• Experience in highway and bridge construction inspection with a DOT or consultant inspection firm.
• Proficient in AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or other project management software.
• Certifications (desired or required within 12 months):
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Level I (CCWA) OR WACEL Concrete I Certification.
  • Asphalt Field Level I.
  • Asphalt Field Level II.
  • CPR with AED, Standard First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Combined Course.
  • Completion of fall protection and confined space training.
  • DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN).
  • DEQ: Inspector for Storm Water Management (SWM IN).
  • Guard Rail Installer Training (GRIT).
  • Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Safety.
  • OSHA 10-Hour certification.
  • Pavement Marking.
  • Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge).
  • Slurry Surfacing certification.
  • Soils & Aggregate Compaction.
  • Surface Treatment certification.

Pay

Hiring range: $54,952.00 to $89,297.00

Schedule

Full Time

Physical Requirements

• Perform physically demanding work in field conditions such as using testing equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights, in confined spaces, and making visual observations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Practice safe driving and maintain a clean vehicle interior and exterior.