Construction Inspectors - Transportation

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are looking for Construction Inspectors of all levels and disciplines to join our growing team... We are constantly winning new contracts and are looking for new inspectors to staff these projects. 

We have immediate openings for Construction Inspectors and Sr. Construction Inspectors for VDOT and Local Government projects in the City of Lynchburg and the City of Danville. Highly qualified and experienced transportation Construction Inspector desired whom have worked on VDOT, locality and/or Design-Build projects.  The Inspector is responsible for managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various types of VDOT and locality transportation projects.  Must have experience in transportation construction, have VDOT certifications, be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance. 

 Discipline: Transportation (Highway, Bridge, and Maintenance) 

Requirements:

• Inspectors must have a minimum of three (3) years of specific field construction inspection experience in the specified areas listed below 
• Senior Inspectors must have a minimum of six (6) years of specific field construction inspection experience in the specified areas listed below 
• Must have a High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate.  Bachelor's Degree or other advanced certificate desirable
• Inspection Skills:
  •  Applicants must have demonstrated inspection and management experience with roadway and bridge construction, utility construction, and related pavement rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor's work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirements
  • Must have experience in coordinating inspection duties with multiple simultaneously operating crews 
  • Must have experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, performing monthly estimates and as-built drawings 
• Additional Training or Certifications - candidates are required to possess all the certifications below at the time of hire or the applicable certifications required for client assignments.   
  •  VDOT Soil and Aggregate Compaction (or NICET LEVEL II)
  • VDOT Asphalt Field Level I & II
  • VDOT Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field (or NICET LEVEL II)
  • VDOT Pavement Marking
  • VDOT Slurry Surfacing
  • VDOT Surface Treatment
  • VDOT GRIT
  • VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control & Flagger with LEO
  • DEQ Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection
  • DEQ Certification for Stormwater Management Certification
  • Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
  • OSHA - 10 Hour Safety Training 
•  Applicant must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record 
• Must have good communication skills
• Must have the ability to read/interpret plans and specifications
• Must have writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports and documentation
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) are required
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  

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 Position #  1669