Fredericksburg District Inspector

Alpha Corporation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Inspector to join our team in the Fredericksburg, VA area. As an Inspector, you will be responsible for ensuring the contractor's compliance through reviewing, interpreting, and enforcing plans and contract documents for efficient and timely inspection of the contractor's work.

• Independently plan, coordinate, inspect, and oversee project inspection activities of roadway, structure, and bridge, maintenance projects.
• Monitor contractors and schedules to ensure quality control and contract compliance of moderate to complex construction projects.
• Apply knowledge and experience toward the inspection of roadways and bridges using VDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Apply engineering principles in the inspection and documentation of construction activities.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide cost savings.
• Review and monitor EEO/DBE documentation and compliance with contract documents.
• Oversee, direct, and review the work of Inspectors and Inspector Trainees
• Maintain comprehensive project records and documentation using the VDOT Materials Book & project management software which could include VDOT Site Manager.
• Complete testing of materials using VDOT testing procedures
• Apply Best Management practices to environmental inspection activities using DEQ standards and specifications.
• Apply Best Management Practices to safety activities.
• Communicate with various stakeholders including Localities and VDOT
• Assist with the development of change orders, investigations, and the analysis of Notices of Intent to File Claims.

• 3 or more years' experience in roadway or bridge construction inspection
• Experience operating computer equipment, software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, and field-testing equipment.
• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be current with the following certifications or the ability to obtain:
  • ACI
  • Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field - VDOT
  • Soils and Aggregate - VDOT
  • ESC Inspector - DEQ
  • SWM Inspector - DEQ
  • Pavement Marking - VDOT
  • Intermediate Work Zone - VDOT
  • Flagger - VDOT
  • Guard rail Installation (GRIT) - VDOT
  • Asphalt Field Levels I and II - VDOT
  • Slurry Surfacing - VDOT
  • Surface Treatment - VDOT
  • 10-hour OSHA Safety

The incumbent in this position can typically expect to sit and use his/her hands to handle and feel for more than 1/3 of the day. He/she can expect to stand or walk for more than 2/3 of the day. Talking and listening are also expected for more than 2/3 of the day. The ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, or reach with arms will be needed for less than 2/3 of the day.

This position requires that the incumbent be able to lift items up to 70 pounds on an infrequent basis.

The incumbent in this position should have clear vision at 20 inches or less. He/she should be able to view various reports and forms as well as information displayed on a computer monitor and have the ability to distinguish between different colors. Depth perception, peripheral vision, the ability to focus, and the ability to see from a distance are also necessary.