Senior Construction Inspector

Job Description

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play.

At Summit, we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives!

We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply.

Summit Design and Engineering Services (office in South Boston, VA) is recruiting for Construction Inspectors (all levels) to inspect all phases of construction on highway construction, bridge and maintenance projects located in the South Boston/ South Hill, VA area.

Responsibilities:

Act and make decisions independently for routine project issues

Foster a partnering relationship with contractors, the general public, and other project stakeholders

Train and supervise trainee inspectors

Monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contractor compliance of moderate complexity under the supervision of senior inspectors

Perform daily record keeping of project activities

Prepare monthly project estimates

Skills and Qualifications:

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR LEVEL: High School diploma with a minimum of three years of relevant experience and/or an Associate's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR LEVEL: High School diploma with a minimum of six years of relevant experience and/or an Associate's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

Working knowledge of mathematics in both algebra and geometry.

Proficient in the use of iPad, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Dropbox and/or OneDrive.

Ability to work independently, use own judgment and make decisions.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Working knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, construction symbols and terminology.

Working knowledge of state and federal environmental, safety, EEO guidelines and regulations.

Ability to read and interpret roadway, bridge and structure plans and contract specifications.

Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 12 hours a day on occasion.

Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel and twist, use hands to grasp and arms to reach, to raise hands above head, to sit, climb and balance and to work in confined spaces and heights with adequate vision to perform tasks.

Must be able to lift and carry up-to 50 pounds, on occasion.

Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed.

Certifications (Required):

VDOT or NICET Level II Soil and Aggregate Compaction

VDOT Asphalt Field Level I & II

VDOT or NICET Level II Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field

VDOT Pavement Marking

VDOT Slurry Surfacing

VDOT Surface Treatment

VDOT Flagger Certification

Virginia DEQ Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection

Virginia DEQ Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification

Nuclear Gauge Safety and Hazmat Training

Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control

OSHA 10-Hours OSHA Safety Training

VDOT Guardrail Certification

Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action. E-verify.

A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.