Construction Inspector

About This Job

The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer in the activities of the Project Engineer’s office by leading a team of inspectors engaged in construction inspection, specializing in areas of responsibility in Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Structural Concrete operations, Sub‑Surface Drainage Systems, and Embankment & Base Course testing and procedures. This position reports directly to the Construction Inspector Supervisor.

The incumbent 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. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures.
• Six months of experience in sub‑professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures.
• Twenty‑four semester hours in architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or construction technology.
• Possession of an engineer intern certificate.

• Oversees contractor compliance with project specifications, safety signage, and quality standards; performs material sampling, density testing, surface evaluations, and measurement verification; compiles project quantities, payment summaries, and field change information; maintains project diaries and public relations; provides training and monitors EEO compliance.
• Manages project documentation including pay items, audits, and quantity validations; reviews plans for constructability; uses departmental computer and engineering applications; receives additional job training as needed.
• Collects field data and cross sections, prepares sketches, and calculates design quantities following standard departmental design practices.
• Supports general construction office functions and ensures departmental efficiency and public interest protection.
• Performs additional duties as required, including emergency or disaster response activities.

Appointment Type:
Probational or Promotional

Compensation:
The starting salary for a Construction Inspector 5 will be $25.72 hourly. Additional $2.00/hr premium pay for every hour worked.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.

Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

For further information about this vacancy, contact Travis Voss, Engineer Intern 2, .