Construction Inspection Engineer; Roads & Bridges

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Inspection Engineer to oversee the inspection of roads, bridges, and related infrastructure for county, city, and other local government agencies. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background (geotechnical, structural, or pavement-related) and a proven track record in field inspection and quality assurance.

• Conduct on-site inspections of roads, bridges, and municipal infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with AASHTO and ASTM standards for construction and pavement inspection.
• Monitor foundation installations for bridges and retaining walls; prior geotechnical inspection experience is a plus.
• Supervise and document materials testing, including pavement cores, soil compaction, and concrete quality.
• Utilize nuclear density gauges and electrical density gauges for field compaction testing (a plus).
• Review contractor work to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Prepare inspection reports, technical documentation, and compliance evaluations.
• Coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders.

• PE License in Illinois (Required).
• 10+ years of experience in construction inspection, roads, bridges, or pavement engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master's is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO and ASTM standards related to construction inspection.
• Experience with geotechnical foundation inspections (preferred).
• Familiarity with nuclear density gauges and electrical density testing (preferred).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and materials testing results.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work on critical infrastructure projects at the local government level.

Gain exposure to diverse engineering challenges in transportation, geotechnical, and structural fields.

Competitive salary, relocation support, and growth opportunities within the company.