Construction Inspector; VDOT

Company Overview

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. (M&J) is a quality provider of multi‑discipline engineering and construction management services with a focus on “Innovative and State‑of‑the‑Art Solutions”. We specialize in providing full‑service construction management, CE&I and design services for a full spectrum of industries encompassing construction projects for heavy highway roadway, bridge, railroad, tunnel, airport, seaport and marine, commercial and institutional building facilities, ITS, mechanical, electrical, environmental, water, sewer, utility, as well as design‑build services for both new infrastructure and renovation projects.

M&J proudly serves a broad range of clients, including federal and state agencies, local municipalities, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

Since its inception in 2004, the M&J Company has steadily evolved its business and built a diverse and dedicated employee force of over 300, fostered by a culture that serves to attract, retain, and develop a workforce that is inclusive and representative of the communities that we serve. M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s affirmatively action commitment.

M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to inspect monitors and inspect highway, roadway, structure, and bridge construction and maintenance projects. Operating under varying levels of supervision—ranging from entry‑level workforce development roles to independent Lead Inspectors—this position ensures contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, and agency standards (such as VDOT) to deliver a safe, high‑quality transportation system.

$90,000–$130,000 annually, commensurate with experience, certifications, and VDOT project expertise.

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• Inspect all phases of civil construction—including excavations, drainage structures, traffic control devices, road surfaces, and structures—to ensure work matches engineering plans and contract specifications.
• Review the placement of and perform standard field tests on construction materials; assist in obtaining designated highway material certifications through on‑the‑job and classroom training.
• Verify lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Enforce the proper installation of erosion/siltation controls, work zone setups, and traffic control safety devices.
• Coordinate and schedule construction phases and inspection timelines with the Contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
• Manage project coordination with property owners, utility companies, and local/federal government representatives, especially on environmentally sensitive or high‑traffic projects.
• Observe, document, and communicate daily production rates and project milestones with contractors; immediately identify and report non‑compliant work or violations of the plan of operations.
• Recommend modifications to construction plans to adapt to changing field conditions or to achieve project cost savings.
• Maintain meticulous project records, including daily inspector diaries, workbooks, materials notebooks, and as‑built plans.
• Take precise field measurements of pay items, track pay quantities, and assist with or prepare monthly progress estimates.
• Evaluate progress schedules, perform work order analyses, and aid in the development of work orders or investigations into Notices of Intent.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support successful project delivery.

• Comprehensive knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction, maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation methods, materials, standards, and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road…