LDOTD Certified Construction Inspector

Job Details

Location:

Hammond, LA 70403

Job Type: Full-time

Expected

Hours:

40 hours per week (varies depending on project assignment)

Schedule:

Monday to Friday (varies depending on project assignment)

Work location:

In person

Ability to travel:
Some projects may require wide-ranging travel and/or overnight stays. All projects will be located in Louisiana.

ELOS’s new LDOTD Certified Construction Inspector will perform construction inspections and general contract administration duties required of a District Project Engineer’s Construction Office including inspecting materials, performing field tests, verifying contractor work, maintaining documentation in systems like Site Manager and Head Light, and certifying job site safety. Specialized areas of responsibility include Portland Cement Concrete Inspection, Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Inspection, Embankment and Base Course Inspection, and Structural Concrete Inspection.

The candidate must be self‑motivated and be able to perform all construction contract administration and related duties with minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise.

• Inspect construction activities to ensure compliance with LDOTD standards, including earthwork, paving, bridge construction, and traffic control devices.
• Sample and/or observe sampling of construction materials (soil density, concrete strength, asphalt cores) for quality compliance.
• Maintain detailed field journals, reports, and haul tickets. Enter, review, and maintain construction data in LDOTD computer systems (e.g., Site Manager and Head Light).
• Take measurements and calculate quantities of installed materials to assist with contractor pay estimates and change orders.
• Verify contractor work complies with project plans, specifications, and environmental guidelines.
• Act as a liaison between the Project Engineer and the contractor, addressing deviations or safety issues.
• Hold LDOTD‑specific certifications in specialized areas relevant to the assigned project.

• LDOTD Work Zone Training (current):
  • ATSSA Flagger
  • ATSSA Traffic Control Technician/Supervisor
• LDOTD Certifications (current):
  • Asphaltic Concrete Pavement (ACM) Inspector
  • Portland Cement Concrete Inspection (PCC) Inspector
  • Embankment and Base course Inspector
  • Structural Concrete Inspector
• Must have a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation for daily travel.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

• 1 – 2 years of experience in LDOTD construction projects
• Understanding of relevant federal, state, and local regulations
• Solid organizational and technical writing skills
• Effective time‑management, written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Articulate with professional presence and decision‑making skills
• Proficient with LDOTD software packages such as Site Manager and Head Light
• Ability to conduct field inspections for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, and willing to travel across Louisiana

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid holidays
• PTO