Senior Construction Inspector

Company: Virginia Department of Transportation
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Title: Senior Construction Inspector Hiring Range: $55,574 - $74,000 Pay Band: 4 Agency: VA Dept of Transportation Location: Interstate Management Office Agency Website: https://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/ Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties VDOT--s Urban Division within the Hampton Roads Construction Program is seeking a qualified individual to monitor and inspect roadway, structure and bridge, and maintenance construction projects of routine to moderate complexity. VDOT Inspectors are expected to consistently promote open communication, partnering and excellent construction management to obtain on-time, on-budget projects with high quality and safety. Incumbents ensure contractor compliance through review, interpretation and enforcement of plans and contract documents, monitoring and inspecting field work efficiently and in a timely manner; and preparation of thorough, accurate project documentation.

This position requires physically demanding work in field conditions. Frequent climbing, crawling, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, in confined spaces and traversing embankments is required. Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology
• Experience applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO/DB guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction
• Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans
• Ability to read, interpret/analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts, and other project management documents
• Ability to prepare reports, enter data, update and maintain files
• Ability to work independently and oversee the work of others
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment and computer software applications
• Ability to obtain certifications in concrete/asphalt-field, soil compaction, nuclear safety, aggregates, guardrail installation, pavement markings, First Aid, CPR, flagging, work zone safety, storm water inspector, erosion and sediment control, and OSHA safety training courses
• Valid driver--s license and safety shoes required Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a broad range of road and bridge construction inspection activities with a DOT or a DOT consultant inspection firm
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office and Site Manager or PlanGrid
  • Experience overseeing the work of others
  • Possession of current certifications and completion of fall protection and confined space training Special Instructions: You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or r-- -sum-- - is submitted successfully. Please refer to -- Your Application-- in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
    • Fingerprint-based background check required. References, work history, and DMV records will be verified. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of records check conducted by the agency. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.
    • Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided.
    • We are a -- Virginia Values Veterans-- (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
    • VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
      Contact Information: Name: Tina Kittrell Phone: 757-956-3288 Email: christina.kittrell@vdot.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth--s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging \u0026 Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind \u0026 Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

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