Senior Signals Construction Inspector

Senior Signals Construction Inspector (Full-Time)

Job Location s: US-VA-Salem | US-VA-Lynchburg | US-VA-Bristol

EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATION:

Do you have 7+ years inspecting transportation signals and ITS projects and a strong background with traffic signal/ITS installations, software/hardware integrations, and field inspection on roadway and bridge projects?

MBP is looking for a Construction Inspector II (Signals/ITS) to support traffic signals and intelligent transportation systems projects. The role is ideal for professionals with 7+ years of progressively responsible inspection experience in transportation signals and ITS installations who are ready to take on broader coordination and verification responsibilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as a key field representative for MBP on traffic signal and ITS assignments, coordinating with contractors, owners, and stakeholders to verify quality and contract conformance for projects of moderate to considerable complexity.
• Provide guidance on systems/software integration and acceptance activities for Traffic Signals & ITS devices, and support decision-making by identifying issues, recommending solutions, and elevating risks as needed.
• Oversee daily coordination related to codes, specifications, and project objectives while facilitating communication among project participants and supporting client interactions.
• Monitor and verify contractor work for quality control and contract compliance on traffic signal and ITS projects of moderate to considerable complexity.
• Oversee and coordinate system/software integration, testing, and factory acceptance monitoring for Traffic Signals & ITS devices.
• Monitor software development and software/hardware upgrades for Traffic Signal & ITS applications.
• Perform field checks of "red‑line" as‑built plans to verify completeness.
• Perform on‑site field compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for conformance to specifications and codes across various construction projects.
• Develop and review payment applications.
• Verify that maintenance and new construction conform to contracts, plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, permit requirements, and approved materials lists; communicate discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Perform required materials testing.
• Perform basic to moderate surveying and measurements to check line, grade, and roadway/structural element dimensions; advise contractors on discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively with agency, contractor, and MBP personnel.
• Conduct final inspections, prepare punchlists, and verify completion or correction of items.
• Maintain project records including daily diaries with detailed locations of work, equipment, materials records, project photos, and inspection reports; prepare calculations and associated sketches, including team activities.
• Track submittals and RFIs and maintain project correspondence.
• Inspect grading, paving, demolition, special design bridge, signal, signing, coating, utility, and other special projects as assigned.
• Research proper inspection and construction methods to meet inspection requirements.
• Review performance of, and assist in oversight, training, and development of Inspector I, Inspector Trainee, and Interns/Co‑ops; provide daily advising on corrective actions to support teamwork and project success.
• Review and/or prepare daily reports for project diaries, as‑builts, plans, materials books, and workbooks.
• Prepare and check construction reports and monthly project estimates; make corrections and forward to appropriate parties.
• Assist in constructibility and biddability reviews.
• Monitor project budget and schedules.
• Assist in contractor’s monthly evaluations.
• Provide customer service and good etiquette to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and project stakeholders.
• Complete administrative tasks including daily timesheets, monthly expense reports, and monthly mileage reports.
• Participate in training and certifications and maintain those required for assigned work.
• Participate in company and branch meetings.
• Coordinate, monitor, and manage inspection activities on a project as required.
• Participate in shortlist…