Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector

Summary

Construction Inspectors inspect, observe, and document construction and maintenance projects; performing tests on soils and materials.  Work is performed under the supervision of a Project Engineer.  In most cases, an Inspectors day to day direct supervisor may be a client’s direct employee.  Under the MDOT organization, Construction Inspectors have many categories that range from TET 1 to a TET 5, TE 1 to TE 5, and TEM 1&2. Under Baltimore City organization, Construction Inspectors have many categories that range from PWI 1 to 3 and CPS 1 to 3.  Under County and other local government agencies, Construction Inspectors have many categories that range from an entry level inspector to a senior inspector.  All Inspectors are required to travel and be available to work in any part of the State, subject to change of assignments, as work requires.  We work when the contractor works.  Inspectors are required to have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.  Inspectors must also be able to work night shift when required. 

Essential Functions: include the following.

1. Performs field inspections of construction and maintenance projects and of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
2. Conducts and/or observe and document test on soils, asphalt, concrete, aggregates, bituminous products, metal products and industrial coatings.
3. Responds to Districts Office’s data requests.
4. Participated in traffic control activities.
5. Other duties as assigned.
6. Obtain the following MARTCP certifications: Concrete, Soils & Aggregates, HMA, and Pavement Markings.
7. Obtain the MDE Responsible Personnel Card (RPC), SHA Yellow Card, and MDOT Temporary Traffic Control Manager Card.
8. Fill out the Inspector's Daily Report (IDR) which memorializes all labor, equipment, and material used on the project each day.
9. Maintain daily progress photos of the work.
10. Fill out Force Account records when there is an unresolved change, but the changed work still must be performed.
11. Maintain a Sketchbook that contains contains a variety of construction documentation.
12. Participate in the  reconciliation of pay quantities on progress payments submitted by the Contractor.
13. Attend all meetings, as needed and appropriate.
14. When appropriate, participate in change order negotiations.
15. When appropriate, participate in CPM schedule meetings.

Job Qualifications

Qualifications

High School Diploma / GED required

Valid Drivers License

Wallace Montgomery maintains a drug free workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer.