Construction Inspector Series - Springfield

Construction Inspector Series - Springfield

Job Location: Springfield Project Office, 2455 N. Mayfair Avenue, Springfield, MO

Interview Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The construction inspector inspects routine construction items for conformance to plans, specifications, special provisions, and terms of the contract. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry‑level, intermediate, or senior level, based on skills and experience. This opening is for a CAREER‑LADDER position that offers career advancement without a competitive selection interview process. As you gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher‑level role.

• Coordinate and perform construction inspections, verifying contractors’ activities are in compliance with contracts, specifications, and engineering principles.
• Perform duties of inspector in charge of routine construction items, such as asphaltic or Portland cement concrete plants, asphaltic or concrete paving (grading, base), small bridges, concrete box and pipe culverts; inspect general or special items, such as utility adjustments, signage, traffic signals, and lighting.
• Perform measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, contractor payment estimates, and engineering costs.
• Maintain required construction documentation, records, and files; prepare progress and other reports, keeping the supervisor fully informed of activities or unusual conditions.
• Provide field checks for contractor surveying operations; serve as party chief on routine layout and staking; serve as instrument operator on staking of large bridges, other critical structures, or complex interchanges.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; OR
• 8 years of experience in construction inspection or related field.
• Certification to operate nuclear gauges may be required.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical‑physical examination.

Successful candidates with the above qualifications will be considered for one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Entry salary – $57,762.48
• Intermediate salary – $62,383.68
• Senior salary – $68,803.68

Note for internal applicants:
Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

• Job requires moderate physical activity.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT is looking for team members who align with our preferred employee qualities. Please review the preferred employee qualities for further insight.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: SWHR.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.