Construction Inspector II

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Inspects and monitors contractual fieldwork, including excavations, drainage facilities, concrete placement, steel and precast member erections, soil and aggregate placement, road surfaces, and structures of moderate complexity.
• Verifies construction of Roadway and Hwy to be in compliance with drawings, VDOT specifications and standards, special provisions and contract documents.
• Advises contractors of deficiencies, issues, failing tests, noncompliance and provides reference documents for conclusions.
• Takes field measurements of materials placed and record production and test results.
• Performs materials testing such as nuclear gauge soil and aggregate density and performs dense aggregate roller pattern control strips.
• Reviews placement of and performs materials tests on concrete deliveries in accordance VDOT and ACI standards.
• Make cylinders for delivery to the labs.
• Reviews and inspects asphalt and concrete roadways and bridge decks.
• Reviews and inspects reinforcing steel and forms prior to concrete placement of more complex and non-routine structures and signs pour cards.
• Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Oversees and enforces the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
• Prepares daily diaries, inspection check lists and materials testing forms.
• Takes assignments and direction from Quality Control Lead Management and Senior Inspectors.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The job description is not designed to contain a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Skills Required: 0-2 years of experience
• Highschool/GED
• Ability to understand construction plans, specifications, and procedures.
• Demonstrate basic math skills, including geometry and trigonometry.
• Possess the ability to read, write, and communicate fluently.
• Work effectively as a team member and complete daily reports by hand and computer.