Senior Inspector

About the role

RK&K's Construction Engineering Inspection and Construction Management Division is hiring Senior Construction Inspectors in and around the Hampton Roads, VA area. This role will primarily perform work in VDOT’s Hampton Roads District, adjacent Districts as well as localities inclusive of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Williamsburg, Emporia, and Suffolk.

Essential Functions

• Provide construction management support, including inspection and monitoring of construction of roadway and structures to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and safety regulations
• Independently coordinate and direct all phases of construction inspection of projects, complicated by extensive traffic control, sensitive to the public or environmentally challenging, or require significant project coordination with property owners, utility companies, or local/federal government representatives
• Communicate effectively across different platforms with project management, clients, stakeholders, general public and contractors
• Lead and monitor work products of a team of junior level inspectors and provide technical supervision
• Lead and conduct project meetings with various project stakeholders
• Interface with clients, state and federal agencies, and other engineering disciplines on construction projects
• Engage in solving complex problems to provide technical evaluation and sound solutions
• Maintain comprehensive project records and reporting as required typically inclusive of daily reports, materials compliance tracking, pay quantity records, as-built plan records, EEO documents, change orders, and monthly payment vouchers
• Aid Construction Management staff with monitoring of project schedule, budget and development of change order and NOI analysis

Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience in construction inspection, materials, standards, and specifications related to state highway projects and facilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to compute basic mathematic formulas including algebra and geometry
• Functional use of computer software including Microsoft suite and other construction documentation software
• Experience overseeing junior level staff work products to ensure project requirements are achieved
• Capable of working independently on small construction projects
• Adequate driving record
• High School Diploma or GED Certifications Required
• VDOT Required Material Certifications (or ability to obtain within 6 months): VDOT Soil and Aggregate Compaction - NICET LEVEL IIVDOT Asphalt Field Level I & IIACI Concrete Field Level I, or WACEL Concrete I, or NICET LEVEL IIVDOT Pavement MarkingVDOT Slurry SurfacingVDOT Surface TreatmentVDOT Flagger CertificationVDOT GRIT (Guardrail Certification)VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control InspectionVA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) CertificationNuclear Gauge Safety TrainingATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control10 Hour OSHA Safety Training - OSHA
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Construction Inspection experience including roadway, asphalt, concrete, pavement markings, structure and bridge construction methodsVDOT and other local public agency experience desiredExperience with construction document management software including PlanGrid, AWP, and SharePointAssociate or bachelor's in engineering or similar field of studyCertified Construction Manager (CCM) or Certified Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) certificate

Physical Demands

• The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials weighing up to 20-30 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may include exposure to construction-related hazards.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

• Excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth
• Athletic compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward. Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!