Construction Inspector Senior
Title: Construction Inspector Senior
State Role Title: Engineering Technician III
Hiring Range: $73,906-$96,078
Pay Band: 4
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Ashland Residency
Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
VDOT's Richmond District has exciting opportunities available in its Construction Program. We are seeking qualified candidates to fil a Construction Inspector Senior vacancy to independently coordinate, schedule, and inspect all phases of work on routine and complex highway construction and maintenance projects. Opportunities are available in our Northern Region (Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Charles city and the City of Richmond).
As a Construction Inspector Senior, you will:
ensure construction activities are performed in accordance to contracts, plans, and specifications
oversee and perform materials testing to ensure project is constructed to the design quality standards
ensure contractor compliance with safety practices
notify contractor of any non-compliance issues and resolution
review and maintain project budget
monitor erosion and sediment control measures to ensure compliance and appropriate maintenance
maintain and review comprehensive project records including daily dairies, materials notebooks, and
project files
communicate with stakeholders including VDOT and external support staff
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. VDOT is an emergency response agency and this position is the core of this requirement, therefore you will work outside of normal work hours during emergency operations.
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your resume.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
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.
We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.
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
Additional Considerations
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
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.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp.
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: Maureen Paciello
Phone: 804-801-4227
Email: [email protected]
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
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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