Construction Inspector - Roanoke, VA

Construction Inspector

Job Location: VDOT Salem District Office - Salem, VA 24153

Perform field inspections of construction and maintenance projects and document test results on soils, asphalt, concrete and other materials. Work under the supervision of a Project Engineer, traveling throughout the state as needed, and may be required to work night shifts. Must hold a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Perform field inspections of construction and maintenance projects and of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
• Conduct and document tests on soils, asphalt, concrete, aggregates, bituminous products, metal products and industrial coatings.
• Respond to data requests.
• Participate in traffic control activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Soil and Aggregate Compaction
• Asphalt Field Level I & II
• Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field
• Pavement Marking
• Slurry Surfacing
• Flagger Certification
• Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection
• Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification
• Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
• GRIT (Guardrail Certification)
• Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
• 10 Hour OSHA Safety Training

• Fill out the Inspector's Daily Report (IDR) documenting labor, equipment, and material.
• Maintain daily progress photos.
• Fill out Force Account records for unresolved change orders.
• Maintain a Sketchbook containing construction documentation.
• Participate in reconciliation of pay quantities on progress payments.
• Attend meetings as needed.
• Participate in change order negotiations and CPM schedule meetings when appropriate.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Commitment to a drug‑free workplace.

Employment Type:

Full Time

Job function:
Quality Assurance, Design and Engineering

Wallace Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer.