Bridge Construction Inspector

Typical Projects

Specific projects may include signature segmental concrete bridges, long span steel bridges, and cable stayed bridges.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with contractors' staff, communicating effectively with all parties, and utilizing good interpersonal skills.
• Verify the implementation of contract documents.
• Produce thorough inspection reports and maintain detailed field and office records of work performed.
• Prepare and monitor internal GM2 project controls for field personnel.
• Proactively recognize complex construction or engineering problems and bring resolution with contractors.
• Produce and maintain punch lists.
• Apply standard testing techniques and procedures for the verification of materials.

Qualifications

• NICET Level II (National Institute for Certification of Engineering Technology) in Transportation/Highway Construction is required, except for those persons with a four-year degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• A minimum of two years of employment in civil, highway or appropriate engineering field, of which one year shall be in field inspection activities.
• Familiarity with CTDOT Site Manager, field documentation and record procedures is preferred.
• Able to read and interpret complex plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a heavy emphasis on Excel and Word.
• Able to work at heights, in confined spaces and marine environments.
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle report.
• Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Sufficiently fit to traverse stair towers on multiple occasions over the course of the workday.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work a shift schedule and/or flexible schedule as required to support the workload.
• Ability to communicate and work in a team-oriented environment.