Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation

Morton Thomas & Associates, Inc. (AMT, Inc.) is hiring Senior Construction Inspectors in the Transportation sector to support projects throughout the VDOT Salem District and surrounding areas. The role immerses you in a small‑firm culture with the resources and technical strength of a larger company. You will work alongside supportive management, tackle challenging projects, and develop your career.

Potential applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, be available for nighttime shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed, work independently and within a team, and be subject to a background check. We have openings for Senior Construction Inspectors with VDOT inspection experience in roadways, bridges, and asphalt, and current relevant certifications.

• Monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee.
• Monitor contractor’s operations to ensure compliance with contract terms and specifications.
• Independently coordinate and direct all phases of construction inspection of projects, which are typically complicated by extensive traffic control, sensitivity to the public or environmental challenges, or require significant project coordination with property owners, utility companies, or local/federal government representatives.
• Coordinate and schedule various phases of construction with the prime contractor and agency personnel.
• Review and monitor contractors' plan of operation and advise contractor of violations.
• Make field measurements of pay items and conduct material testing.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project records including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as‑built plans, pay quantity records, progress schedules, work orders and monthly estimates.
• Aid in the development of work orders, investigations and analysis of notices of intent.
• Evaluate and monitor progress schedules, and perform work order analysis.
• Serve as lead inspector for a team of inspectors, as necessary.
• Inspect and monitor contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
• Report contractor’s daily production rates.
• Schedule work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
• Advise contractors of violations and recommend adjustments to operations.
• Take field measurements of pay items.
• Review placement of and perform tests on construction materials.
• Review lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Oversee and enforce the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
• Review and monitor Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal‑aid construction projects, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of highway construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Comprehensive knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual.
• Required VDOT certifications relevant to the inspected work.
• Nuclear gauge safety training.
• OSHA 10‑hour training.

• Tiered medical coverage
• Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Short- and long‑term disability
• College savings plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Training/Certifications