Construction Inspector

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform daily construction management and inspection services for various types of WVDOH and locality transportation projects.
• Inspect projects that include resurfacing, slide repairs, bridge and roadway construction, and construction management.
• Perform field inspections of Contractor's operations to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports on work accomplished by Contractor.
• Perform materials testing and maintain testing logs.
• Review periodic pay estimates for accuracy with Contractor.
• Prepare sketches and assemble data for Engineer's use in making changes to the project.
• Keep diaries and make reports on work accomplished and/or noted deficiencies.
• Perform sophisticated, complicated mathematical calculations.
• Review Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updates.
• Communicate effectively with the Owner and Owner's operational and field staff on a regular basis.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or State Equivalency Certificate.
• Certified as, or possess the qualifications to certify as, a WVTRET Level III minimum in the WVTRET Certification program.
• Basic computer skills (Word & Excel).
• Flexible and able to work in a team environment and/or independently.
• Proven work ethic and willingness to learn and complete training provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in a field related to engineering, technology, or construction, or other related advanced certificate preferred and highly desired.
• Certified as, or possess the qualifications to certify as, a WVTRET Level III or higher preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Word & Excel).
• Highway construction inspector experience preferred from entry level to senior level.
• West Virginia Division of Highway (WVDOH) experience preferred.
• SiteManager experience and WVDOH Materials Certifications a plus (aggregate sampling and technician, Portland Cement concrete inspector and technician, soil and aggregate compaction technician, asphalt plant and asphalt field compaction technician).

Physical Requirements (Essential Functions)

• The ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions.
• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces.
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles.
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing.
• Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 100 yards.
• Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip.
• Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.
• Work from heights exceeding 6 feet.
• Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components.
• Willingness to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options.
• Competitive salary.
• Leave accrual and paid holidays.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental and maternity leave benefits.