Senior Construction Inspector

Overview

Do you have the expertise and aptitude to guide construction quality on complex infrastructure projects?

MBP is looking for a Senior Construction Inspector to join our team and support a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to expand your experience in inspection, quality assurance, and client interaction while contributing to high-profile projects.

• Perform on‑site field compliance inspections and monitor progress for conformance to specifications and codes.
• Conduct field checks of “red‑line” as‑built plans to confirm completeness.
• Develop payment applications and track submittals and requests for information.
• Advise contractors regarding discrepancies and recommend corrective actions to align with plans and specifications.
• Perform required materials testing and basic to moderate surveying and measurements to verify line, grade, and dimensions.
• Document construction activities in daily diaries, inspection reports, and photo logs, incorporating calculations and sketches as necessary.
• Prepare punchlists, oversee final inspections, and facilitate completion of outstanding items.
• Prepare and review construction reports and monthly estimates; make corrections and forward as needed.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules and assist in contractor evaluations.
• Maintain project correspondence and perform related administrative duties such as timesheets, mileage, and expense reports.
• Inspect specialized signing projects or other assigned tasks and research proper inspection methods in advance.
• Support marketing activities through occasional participation in shortlist interviews.
• Provide guidance and daily feedback to Inspector I, trainees, and interns to promote quality and teamwork.

Experience:

• Experience inspecting construction activities with increasing responsibility comparable to assigned projects.
• Experience with transportation and infrastructure sectors such as highways, bridges, streets, traffic control, or sign installations.

Education/Knowledge:

• High school diploma or GED combined with substantial experience in engineering, architecture, or skilled construction trades; or equivalent training and experience.
• OSHA 10‑hour or OSHA 30‑hour certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as applied to field measurements.
• Construction training and technical acumen to execute assigned duties.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, internet navigation, and specialized equipment.
• Familiarity with construction management information systems or ability to learn within one month of hire.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools related to projects such as highways, roads, signs, or bridges with broad operational understanding of construction activities.

Preferred

Certifications:

• ACI Field Testing Technician certification (ability to obtain within 3 months acceptable).
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone certification (ability to obtain within 3 months acceptable).
• VDOT Soils and Aggregate certification (ability to obtain within 3 months acceptable).
• Additional industry certifications as required for specific project types.

Skills and Abilities:

• Independently implement quality control procedures and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and apply mathematical and engineering principles for field adjustments.
• Communicate effectively and responsibly in verbal and written formats with clients, contractors, and team members.
• Operate computers and specialized inspection equipment confidently.
• Properly use surveying and measurement tools such as levels, transits, measuring tapes, and wheels.
• Identify problems and recommend solutions using sound judgment and past experience.
• Provide technical supervision, leadership, and training to junior staff.
• Sustain frequent travel and driving; maintain a valid driver’s license with good record.
• Stand and sit for prolonged periods, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform duties outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Navigate safely on active construction sites with uneven…