Roadway Construction Inspector

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Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work.

We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking Roadway Construction Inspectors to join our Quality Management and Construction Inspection practice team in Duluth, Georgia.

This is an advanced journey to advanced level inspector position technical work supporting engineers in functional areas of roadway and structure construction acceptance inspection and materials sampling and testing verification. Employee supports engineers and lead inspectors in the management of construction activities on large complex construction projects. Work usually involves a significant amount of decision making and use of judgment and may include providing work directions to others.

This position requires some night and weekend availability.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, standardized, or moderately complex inspections of roadway and structural construction to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Inspect and test materials, including soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete, for quality and proper mix.
• Evaluate pavement for correct spreading, rolling, depth, alignment, and compaction.
• Inspect roadways and structures for conformance to approved plans and specifications.
• Monitor structural components and operations, including foundation excavation, placement of culverts, piling, reinforcing steel, structural steel, concrete, and backfill.
• Monitor the installation and maintenance of traffic control and erosion control devices.
• Perform complex calculations and field measurements for contract documentation and pay item verification.
• Maintain accurate and complete project documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Management and two (2) years of progressive transportation technician experience;
  or
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and five (5) years of progressive transportation technician experience;
  or
• High school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of progressive transportation technician experience;
  or
• An equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

• GDOT WECS certification.
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician certification.

• Thorough knowledge of specifications and standards, acceptable construction practices, materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction and engineering.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, inspection procedures, and other documents associated with the project.
• Thorough knowledge of mathematical functions, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations related to highway and transportation engineering.

What you can expect from us

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create…