Senior Signals Construction Inspector Job Salem area,Virginia USA,Construction

Position: Senior Signals Construction Inspector (Full-Time)

MBP is seeking a Construction Inspector II (Signals/ITS) to support traffic signals and intelligent transportation systems projects.

Experience qualifications

7+ years inspecting transportation signals and ITS projects with a strong background in traffic signal/ITS installations, software/hardware integrations, and field inspection on roadway and bridge projects.

What You’ll Do

Serve as a key field representative for MBP on traffic signal and ITS assignments, coordinating with contractors, owners, and stakeholders to verify quality and contract conformance for projects of moderate to considerable complexity.
Provide guidance on systems/software integration and acceptance activities for Traffic Signals & ITS devices, and support decision‑making by identifying issues, recommending solutions, and elevating risks as needed.
Oversee daily coordination related to codes, specifications, and project objectives while facilitating communication among project participants and supporting client interactions.
Responsibilities include
Monitor and verify contractor work for quality control and contract compliance on traffic signal and ITS projects of moderate to considerable complexity
Oversee and coordinate system/software integration, testing, and factory acceptance monitoring for Traffic Signals & ITS devices
Monitor software development and software/hardware upgrades for Traffic Signal & ITS applications
Perform field checks of “red-line” as‑built plans to verify completeness
Perform on-site field compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring for conformance to specifications and codes across various construction projects
Develop and review payment applications
Verify that maintenance and new construction conform to contracts, plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, permit requirements, and approved materials lists; communicate discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions
Perform required materials testing
Perform basic to moderate surveying and measurements to check line, grade, and roadway/structural element dimensions; advise contractors on discrepancies
Communicate effectively with agency, contractor, and MBP personnel
Conduct final inspections, prepare punchlists, and verify completion or correction of items
Maintain project records including daily diaries with detailed locations of work, equipment, materials records, project photos, and inspection reports; prepare calculations and associated sketches, including team activities
Track submittals and RFIs and maintain project correspondence
Inspect grading, paving, demolition, special design bridge, signal, signing, coating, utility, and other special projects as assigned
Research proper inspection and construction methods to meet inspection requirements
Review performance of, and assist in oversight, training, and development of Inspector I, Inspector Trainee, and Interns/Co-ops; provide daily advising on corrective actions to support teamwork and project success
Review and/or prepare daily reports for project diaries, as-builts, plans, materials books, and workbooks
Prepare and check construction reports and monthly project estimates; make corrections and forward to appropriate parties
Assist in constructibility and biddability reviews
Monitor project budget and schedules
Assist in contractor’s monthly evaluations
Provide customer service and good etiquette to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and project stakeholders
Complete administrative tasks including daily timesheets, monthly expense reports, and monthly mileage reports
Participate in training and certifications and maintain those required for assigned work
Participate in company and branch meetings
Coordinate, monitor, and manage inspection activities on a project as required
Participate in shortlist interviews as required
Perform duties of Construction Inspector I as needed

Who We Are Looking For Experience

Minimum of 7+ years of construction inspection experience
Progressively increasing responsibility inspecting construction work activities for traffic signals and ITS installations similar to assigned projects
Experience across transportation signals and ITS projects, with…