Highway Construction Inspector

About the role

Positions in this job family are responsible for overseeing the construction of highways, roads, and related structures, ensuring construction conforms with the construction contract documents, plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs sampling and field testing of materials used during construction projects, ensuring compliance with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) testing guidelines.
• Samples and submits accurate test records and samples to the residency lab.
• Maintains current records in the Construction Management System and updates the system data.
• Inspects contractor’s work to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Communicates with stakeholders, such as businesses and landowners affected by the project.
• Maintains required documentation of project progress, including measurements, calculations, and documentation of all work events and conditions.
• Sets up and operates agency-issued vehicles and other equipment safely.
• Conducts safety reviews.
• Resolves contract disputes and specification interpretation with contractors.
• Uses agency-provided software to accurately and completely document progress and required reports such as: Daily Work Reports (DWR), Diaries, Material Testing, Estimates.
• Trains new employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
• Education and Experience at this level consists of an associate’s degree in STEM education (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics), construction management, or a closely related field, and one (1) year of experience in a transportation-related field, OR two (2) years of experience in a transportation-related field.
• Certification in materials sampling and testing from an accredited state or national sampling and inspection program within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license at the time of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of employment.
• Ability to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position.

Skills

• Knowledge of construction materials and their properties.
• Knowledge of principles of soil mechanics.
• Knowledge of surveying techniques.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, standards, and codes governing construction practices.
• Knowledge of modern road construction methodologies and technologies.
• Knowledge of occupational safety standards and hazard mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of geometry and algebra as they relate to engineering computations.
• Knowledge of effectively using testing methods, analytical processes, and procedural protocols to ensure compliance and structural integrity of the work inspected.
• Knowledge of work zone traffic control.

Benefits

• Annual benefit allowance covering up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Retirement savings plans: Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan with employer match of 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%, and OPERS Defined Benefit Plan for returning employees.
• Annual & sick leave that accrues based on years of service.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Longevity pay paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing access to professional services to help resolve personal problems.

Pay

• $47,200 - Level I
• $56,600 - Level II

Schedule

• Full-time position.