Construction Inspector - Transportation

Construction Inspector – Transportation

Morton Thomas & Associates, Inc. (AMT, Inc.) is hiring Construction Inspectors in the Transportation sector to support projects throughout the VDOT Staunton District located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley with Interstate 81 serving as a major transportation corridor through the region.

All work will be performed in the first quarter of 2026 during the largest I‑81 roadway widening project, a 7‑mile expansion beginning in Harrisonburg, VA. The position offers long‑term construction inspection opportunities across the district.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Availability for nighttime shifts, overtime, weekends as needed.
• Independent and team‑work capable.
• Background check clearance.
• Entry‑level candidates will be trained; prior VDOT inspection experience and certifications are preferred.

• Oversee and monitor contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects.
• Inspect and monitor contractual field work including excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
• Report contractor daily production rates.
• Schedule work and inspection phases with contractor superintendent and agency personnel.
• Advise contractors of violations and recommend adjustments.
• 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 installation of erosion/siltation controls, highway work zones, and traffic control devices.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
• Maintain project records: daily diaries, materials notebooks, as‑built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.
• Review and monitor Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise documentation and compliance with federal labor requirements for Federal‑aid construction projects.

• Required:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Preferred:
• 0–6 years of highway construction experience.
• Working knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance 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 inspection work.
• Nuclear gauge safety training.
• OSHA 10‑hour training.

• Tiered medical coverage.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• College savings plan.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and certifications support.

With 70 years of experience, AMT operates as an employee‑owned firm focused on teamwork, integrity, innovation, and safety. Our culture emphasizes high ethical standards, client care, and continuous improvement, supported by comprehensive employee benefits and an engaging work environment.