Construction Inspector

DISTRICT 02—UNIT 202

JOB NUMBER: 2/11987/CI1-4/7.14.26-SU

At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!

The overall function of this position is to assist Professional Engineers and/or higher level Construction Inspectors in the performance of construction inspection work and general contract administration duties required of a District Project Engineer’s Construction Office. 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.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; or six months of experience in sub‑professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Official job specifications can be found here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Carefully reviews plans, specifications and special provisions to ensure compliance by contractors. Compiles field data, work reports, and other information as needed to prepare estimates and periodic reports. Makes detailed calculations to determine areas and volume for roadway and structural items.
• Interprets plans, specifications, and special provisions to ensure compliance by the contractor. Keeps field notes, records work performed, computes and checks earthwork quantities, cross sections, excel spreadsheets, benchmarks and other related data to determine that specifications have been met.
• Performs detailed construction inspection of road and bridge projects and ensures that construction meets the guidelines detailed in the plans, specifications, and special provisions. Accurately reports data and figures for partial and final pay estimates.

Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4

Work Schedule: Work hours may vary

Compensation:

• Construction Inspector 1 - $14.98 hourly
• Construction Inspector 2 - $17.15 hourly
• Construction Inspector 3 - $19.63 hourly
• Construction Inspector 4 - $22.47 hourly

Additional Premium Pay: $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked

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.