Sr. Construction Inspector

2 weeks ago


Knoxville, Tennessee, United States LJA Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

What Lja Has To Offer
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes Lja Different
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

  • Employee-owned. Client-focused
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
  • Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
  • We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
  • Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
  • We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
  • We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:
As a
Sr. Construction Inspector
at LJA
Transportation
, you will be responsible for inspection activities for the Construction Engineering & Inspection group on Transportation projects. The person works directly with the Project Manager(s) and other team members to adequately staff projects.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

  • Observes construction work performed by others, ensuring accuracy with plans and specifications
  • Interprets plans, specifications, and contracts for roadway, drainage, and/or structural highway construction
  • Communicates through verbal and written means as needed for job performance
  • Participates in project-level meetings as required
  • Meets with client as needed
  • Conducts periodic staff meetings with inspectors
  • Documents work activities
  • Provides status reports to PM(s) on routine basis
  • Reviews and mentors work of other inspectors
  • Storm water Inspections

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • ACI Grade I or NICET Level 1
  • Storm water Inspection Certification

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 8+ years overall experience as an inspector for highway construction
  • Ability to perform work on active jobsite in safe, proficient manner required
  • Ability to represent LJA and its clients in a professional manner at all times
  • Must have a clear driving record; a DMV check will be conducted

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

  • 10 hour OSHA
  • Work Zone Traffic Control
  • TDEC Level 1
  • TDOT Asphalt Roadway Inspector
  • TDOT Concrete Field Technician/ ACI Grade 1
  • Travel may be required
  • Job sites will have uneven ground and will require walking/standing for long periods of time; possible climbing
  • Work in inclement (hot/cold/rain) weather
  • Work non-standard hours/days, including some weekend or holiday work on occasion

LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners
(and growing)
, we're building something big We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.

  • Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
  • Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
  • Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
  • Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
  • Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
  • Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
  • Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
  • Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.



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