Construction Inspector Supervisor; Jennings Construction

About This Job

DISTRICT 07-Unit 247
- Jennings | JOB #: 07/149500/CISpv.
2.11.26-LA

THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR PERMANENT DOTD EMPLOYEES ONLY

At DOTD our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer by supervising a team of construction inspectors engaged in construction inspection duties and reports directly to Engineer 6, Project Engineer. The incumbent must be self-motivated, able to perform duties with or without minimal supervision, and able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus five years of experience in construction inspection or 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 five years of experience in construction inspection or in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures.
• Thirty semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: 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.

• Supervises a team of construction inspectors on multiple road and bridge construction projects who perform project inspection and construction management duties related to Portland cement concrete pavement, structural concrete, embankment and base course, asphaltic concrete, bridges, airport runways, drainage facilities, and other structures.
• Ensures that work has been completed according to DOTD policies and procedures, plans, and specifications.
• Assists the Project Engineer in meeting with contractor personnel, discussing problems, answering questions, monitoring the work product of inspectors, field book entries, test reports, and overall project inspection, and verifies complete and accurate records are being maintained in accordance with the plans and specifications for timely monthly payments.
• Performs various office engineering functions, including preparing estimates (cost and quantity), 2059 (ATM) documentation for final project acceptance and earthwork computations.
• Supervises daily work assignments for inspectors, reviews construction project documentation and inspection related reports daily, makes daily decisions and provides guidance related to construction project management.
• Instructs and trains inspectors while working on construction projects. Reviews plans, proposals, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy and constructability for current and upcoming projects.
• Reviews and checks daily work reports, item quantities, quantity calculations, and material testing/sampling reports for accuracy. Provides contractors and other interested parties with project-related information as requested/required.
• Assembles and reviews project documentation needed for change orders, partial and final estimates, the final (2059) project submittal, and assists with as‑built plan mark‑ups.
• Reviews and recommends changes to plans and specifications for upcoming construction projects that are designed by others. Attends plan‑in‑hand meetings to discuss project design and development of plans and specifications on all types of construction projects.

Appointment Type: Promotional, only open to current permanent employees of DOTD.

Compensation: $29.45 hourly.

No civil service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply, click on the "Apply" link and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application. Information to support your eligibility (relevant experience/education) must be included in the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required education and experience sections.

Konrad Schultz
Project Engineer, LA DOTD

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.