Transportation Construction Inspector

Position Summary

Inspect and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards. This role includes field inspections, documentation, materials testing, quantity tracking, and coordination with project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and document daily construction activities
• Inspect roadway, bridge, drainage, and utility work
• Verify compliance with plans, specifications, and safety requirements
• Sample and test construction materials
• Measure quantities and maintain project records
• Review contractor submittals and report non-compliance issues
• Complete daily reports and project documentation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred
• GDOT and/or SCDOT inspection experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in field environments

Experience Levels

• Inspector I: 0–3 years of construction inspection experience
• Ability to obtain required certifications within six months
• Inspector II: 3+ years of transportation construction inspection experience
• Current DOT certifications preferred
• Experience with roadway, bridge, asphalt, concrete, drainage, or earthwork inspection

Preferred Certifications

• Georgia: ART, EDBT, Concrete Technician I & II, Work Zone Traffic Control, ACI Field Testing Technician
• South Carolina: Concrete Technician, Asphalt Roadway Technician, Earthwork & Base Technician, Foundations Certification, Nuclear Gauge Safety Certification

Work Environment

• Regular field work on active construction sites, including standing, walking, climbing, lifting, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Night and weekend work may be required based on project schedules

Physical Demands

• Moderate physical activity such as walking, standing, bending, and climbing stairs or ladders
• Occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 80 pounds
• Ability to navigate construction sites skillfully and conduct thorough inspections of materials and structures
• Ability to visually discern and differentiate details and colors of objects, and proficiency in recognizing sound, tone, and pitch
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptability to interruptions and changes in workflow, as well as the capacity to sit for extended periods
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and noisy settings, and be able to stand and walk during site visits
• Working on construction projects may involve night work and weekend work depending on the project scope, and may include working in conditions with active traffic

Pay Range

$20 - $29 per hour