Construction Inspector - Transportation at AMT Engineering

Staunton, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Transportation, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Fluent in spoken and written English language
  • Available for nighttime shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
  • Capable of working independently and within a team
  • Subject to background check
  • Preferred
  • 0-6 years of highway construction experience
  • Working knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards, and specifications
  • Working knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual
  • Required VDOT Certifications relevant to the work being inspected
  • Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
  • OSHA 10 Hour Training

Responsibilities

  • Oversees and monitors the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee
  • Inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures
  • Reports contractor’s daily production rates
  • Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel
  • Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations
  • Takes field measurements of pay items
  • Reviews placement of and performs tests on construction materials
  • 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
  • Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings
  • Maintains project records, including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates
  • Reviews and monitors Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal-aid construction projects, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Construction InspectionQuality ControlContract ComplianceRoadway ConstructionBridge ConstructionStructure MaintenanceField MeasurementsMaterial TestingSurvey EquipmentErosion ControlVDOT Standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Construction Inspector position?

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and be fluent in spoken and written English.

Is experience required for this Construction Inspector role?

0-6 years of highway construction experience is preferred, along with working knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, and VDOT specifications; entry-level candidates with little experience are welcome as the company is willing to train.

What is the work arrangement or location for this role?

The position supports projects throughout the VDOT Staunton District and surrounding areas, requiring a valid driver's license and availability for nighttime shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.

What is the company culture like at AMT Engineering?

AMT offers a culture reflective of a smaller firm while providing the resources and technical strength of a larger company, with supportive management, challenging projects, and career development opportunities.

What makes a strong candidate for this Construction Inspector position?

Experienced candidates with previous VDOT inspection experience and required VDOT certifications are in high demand, though entry-level candidates are welcome and will receive training; candidates must be capable of working independently and within a team.

AMT Engineering

Multidisciplinary civil engineering and surveying services

About AMT Engineering

AMT Engineering

700 King Farm Blvd # 300, Rockville, MD 20850, USAHeadquarters
1955Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Tiered Medical Coverage
Dental/Vision
401(k)
Short and Long Term Disability
College Savings Plan
Life Insurance
PTO
Holidays
Trainings/Certifications

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