19192 - Inspector Sr Const
About the role
Independently coordinate, schedule and inspect all phases of routine and complex highway construction projects to ensure construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and provide a quality transportation system for the traveling public.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with VDOT and external support staff.
- Manage project public relations and respond to public concerns.
- Proactively notify project support staff and the public of traffic changes, project phase start and finish.
- Address landowner, business owner, and traveling public concerns regarding project.
- Cook up distribution of lane closure notification with Traffic Operations Center, Communications and Residency.
- Work with contractor to resolve issues.
Requirements
- Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field 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 test equipment, lifting, climbing, stooping, working at heights, in confined spaces and making visual observations.
- Ability to provide work direction to others on construction projects.
- 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.
- Knowledge of mathematics to include algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
- Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment.
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
- Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts and other project management documents.
- Ability to record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports, forms and correspondence.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and oversee and provide technical guidance and training to other inspectors.
- Experience applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO and DBE guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction.
- Experience with construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology.
- Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry and ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
- Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment.
- Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, as well as computers and software applications.
Skills
- Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.
- Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts and other project management documents.
- Ability to record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports, forms and correspondence.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and oversee and provide technical guidance and training to other inspectors.
- Experience applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO and DBE guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction.
- Experience with construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology.
- Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry and ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
- Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment.
- Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, as well as computers and software applications.
Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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Additional Considerations
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Construction or related field desired.
- 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
- DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN)
- DEQ: Inspector for Storm Water Management (SWM IN)
- Experience in a broad range of road and bridge construction inspection activities with a DOT or a DOT consultant inspection firm.
- Experience overseeing the work of others.
- Experience with inspection of construction projects and activities for roadway construction, maintenance and structures.
- Flagger Guard Rail Installer Training (GRIT)
- Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Safety
- Pavement Marking
- Possession of current certifications and completion of fall protection and confined space training.
- Proficiency in MS Office and AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or other project management software.
- Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge)
- Soils & Aggregate Compaction
Physical Requirements
VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct. VDOT Code of Ethics Standards of Conduct Qualifications Physical Requirements Physical Requirements About Us VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer. Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following: Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check DMV Record Check Work History Verification References Pre-employment physical Drug screen