Sr. Construction Inspector-Atlanta, GA

Duties/Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and document any deficiencies in roadway and bridge construction activities.
• Effectively communicate any necessary adjustments for compliance with contract specifications.
• Conduct daily site visits to monitor work-in-progress, ensuring materials and workmanship meet project specifications.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members, reviewing their work to ensure quality assurance and best practices.
• Provide specialized inspections and written reports for bridge construction and OV activities.
• Supervise and mentor junior-level technicians performing OV audits and inspections.
• Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Developer activities, including remediation and repair reviews.
• Monitor the Developer's on-site construction activities and inspect materials entering into the work in accordance with the plans, specifications, and special provisions of the Developer’s Contract.
• Perform oversight inspection, and verification of materials sampling and testing in accordance with the Project’s Construction Quality Assurance Program (CQAP).
• Monitor the required sampling and testing of component materials and complete work in accordance with the Department’s and Project Quick Guide Schedule and the CQAP.
• Attend pre-activity meetings with the Developer’s Contractor and Independent Quality Assurance Firm (IQF).
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and discrepancies; coordinate with IQF to resolve issues.
• Monitor and verify that the Developer’s IQF inputs all QA materials sampling and testing information into the Department’s Materials database on time.
• Ensure material certification requirements are met for Final Acceptance.
• Perform contract administrative duties and maintain required documentation.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology, and three (3) years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience;
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology, and eight (8) years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience;
• High school diploma or equivalent, and fifteen (15) years of progressive roadway and bridge construction inspection experience as an employee or OV for a State Highway Agency;
• An equivalent combination of training and related experience.
• Experience in transportation construction inspection, including heavy civil, bridge and roadway projects.
• Thorough knowledge of specifications and standards, acceptable construction practices, materials, methods, and equipment used in both general highway construction and bridge construction.
• Proficient and knowledge of mathematical functions, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Experience in reading and interpreting complex construction plans and reports (BFI, pile driving, drilled shafts).
• Experience working independently and making informed decisions in the field.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety practices in construction environments.
• Valid US Driver’s License is required to drive company vehicles to project sites. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with alternative delivery methods and Public-Private Partnership (P3) projects.
• Supervisory experience in construction inspection roles.
• Obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames as required:
• Passing scores on GDOT’s Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests – Group 1 (General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, and Basic Highway Plan Reading).
• Passing scores on GDOT’s Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests – Group 2 (Pavements, Bases and Subbases, Minor Drainage Structures, Construction Erosion Control).
• GDOT WECS.
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification.
• GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control) Certifications from other agencies or states may possibly be substituted.
• Familiarity with GDOT systems like Assure-It® and e-Builder®.
• Proficient communication skills - written and verbal.
• Advanced mathematical skills - algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retail savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Additional Information

• Position will include some night, holiday, and weekend work, and qualified candidates must be willing to work as needed on these occasions.
• Work in various field conditions including heights, live traffic, water proximity, and adverse weather.