Senior Roadway Inspector

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Senior Roadway Inspector

Denver, CO

Join our Construction Management Team as a Senior Roadway Inspector to inspect roadways, bridges, and other highway infrastructure across Colorado and the western United States.

• Independently observe the work of contractors during construction and perform quality assurance activities.
• Act as Owner's Representative for State, Federal, or local clients.
• Frequently communicate with client representatives, contractors, and regulatory agency personnel to discuss requirements and coordinate efforts.
• Observe and document construction activities in accordance with contract requirements, including daily diaries, payment reports, memos on acceptance or rejection of work, change orders, and more.
• Review contract documents, project plans, specifications, and progress reports.
• Research and interpret contract requirements to determine whether construction work is performed in substantial compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Plan and prioritize tasks, and advise internal project manager or owner of any failures or delays.
• Review contractor pay requests for ultimate payment by client.
• Review shop drawings within area of expertise for conformance with design concept.
• Coordinate operations within organization unit to ensure consistency with policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as the supervisor may deem necessary.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• With an Associate's degree, eight years of related experience; without a degree, ten years of related experience required.
• Certification (or ability to obtain) in applicable areas of work assignments as required by clients.
• Experience with roadway construction.
• Experience with bridge construction and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls is a plus.
• Good mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Must have good computer skills, be able to process paper and electronic documents, and utilize standard office software.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to walk long distances, climb ladders, stoop, squat and crawl to inspect work; ability to observe construction activities and distinguish colors; and ability to perceive backup alarms and other warnings.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions, subject to insects, flooded terrain, equipment/traffic, and other hazards.
• Position may require nonstandard work shifts, such as long hours, weekends, or nights as per client and/or manager's direction.

Expected compensation range is between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability, employer‑matched 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, flexible work options, and other voluntary benefits.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer. We are EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review our Equal Opportunity Statement.