3-7 years of highway construction inspection experience
Familiarity with roadway, structure, and bridge construction methods
Knowledge of DDOT specifications and manuals
Relevant DDOT certifications in asphalt, concrete, and pavement inspection
Understanding of environmental and safety regulations
Proficient in construction management software
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Responsibilities
Monitor contractor work for quality control and compliance
Inspect excavations, drainage, road surfaces, and structures
Document contractor's daily production rates
Schedule inspections with contractor and agency personnel
Communicate non-compliance issues to contractors
Perform tests on construction materials
Maintain detailed project records including diaries and estimates
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Discretionary annual merit bonus and raise
Up to 4% 401(k) match
Comprehensive benefits package covering 70% of medical premiums
Hybrid work flexibility (2 days a week)
Commuter benefits
Full Job Description
Who You Are:
Precision Systems is seeking to hire a Senior Construction Inspector with knowledge and experience of construction standards and practices. The ideal candidate will have 3 - 7 years of experience performing construction inspection within DC that may include work for DDOT. The Construction Inspector will inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the general supervision of senior or supervisory staff, ensuring construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications and providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public.
Responsibilities:
To monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee on DDOT projects
Inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures
Observes and documents Contractor's daily production rates
Schedules work and inspection phases with Contractor's superintendent and agency personnel
Observes, documents and communicates with Contractor's regarding completion of all elements of project work to include identifying non-compliant work Takes field measurements of pay items
Reviews placement of and performs tests on construction materials
Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment
Oversees and enforces the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices
Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings
Maintains project records; including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates
Qualifications:
The Construction Inspector is expected to have a minimum of three years of highway construction inspection experience as well as working knowledge of:
Experience with roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications
Knowledge of DDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, Inspector Manual, and Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices
DDOT Certifications related to asphalt, concrete, pavement, inspection or other areas required
Knowledge of Construction plans, symbols, and terminology
State and federal environmental, safety, and Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and regulations
Use of the Department's contract management software
Maintains a good driving record
Offers flexibility in working day or night as project require
Is able to lift at least 50 pounds
The Construction Inspector is expected to have the ability to:
Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software and all construction management software systems used by the Department
Read and interpret roadway, structure and bridge plans and specification
Apply mathematical formulas and field management principles to determine minor field adjustments
Maintain detailed records
Perform and document required materials testing
Communicate with the agency and contractor personnel and the general public
It is anticipated that the Department will require Construction Inspector positions with various combinations of certifications throughout the life of this contract. The specific certifications required for a given task will be identified by the Department at the time the task is assigned.
Completion of the Inspector Trainee program may substitute one year of experience.
Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Discretionary annual merit bonus and annual raise
Up to 4% 401(k) match
Comprehensive benefits package - PSI covers 70% of medical premiums, plus dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
