Senior Construction Inspector

$63,854 - $103,763/Yr

State of Virginia - Gloucester, VA

Full-time - Senior

Gloucester, VA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

VDOT's Fredericksburg District has exciting an opportunity available in its Construction Department. We are seeking qualified candidates to fill a Senior Construction Inspector vacancy. This position independently coordinates, schedules and inspects all phases of routine and complex highway construction projects to ensure construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications, and provide a quality transportation system for the traveling public. This position will either report to the Saluda Residency or the Northern Neck Residency.

Responsibilities

• Independently coordinate, schedule and inspect all phases of highway construction projects.
• Ensure construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Provide work direction to others on construction projects.
• Maintain detailed records, prepare reports and maintain project files.
• Communicate effectively with VDOT and contractor personnel and the general public.

Requirements

• Experience with construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology.
• Ability to record and maintain detailed project documentation and prepare reports.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans.
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment, as well as computers and software applications.
• Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

Nice-to-haves

• Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge).
• Soils & Aggregate Compaction Certification.
• Asphalt Field Level I and II Certifications.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Level I Certification.
• Pavement Marking Certification.

Benefits

• Competitive health and life insurance programs.
• Pre-tax spending accounts.
• State funded Short- and Long-Term Disability Program.
• State retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
• Paid holidays and tuition assistance.