Construction Inspector Series - Springfield

Job Location:

Springfield Project Office, 2455 N. Mayfair Avenue, Springfield, MO

Interview Date:
If selected for further consideration, we will contact you to schedule an interview for Tuesday, July 28, 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 your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER‑LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Coordinate and perform construction inspections verifying that 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, including grading and base, small bridges, concrete box and pipe culverts; inspect general or special items, such as utility adjustments, signing, 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, keep supervisor fully informed as to activities or unusual conditions on the job.
• 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 from an ABET‑accredited college or university curriculum.
• ABET accreditation assures confidence that a collegiate program has met standards essential to prepare graduates to enter critical STEM fields in the global workforce. You can use the following link to determine ABET accreditation:
  Home - ABET.
• 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 – $67,307.04
• Intermediate salary – $72,691.68
• Senior salary – $78,506.88

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 click the following link to learn more about our preferred employee qualities:
  Preferred Employee Qualities | Missouri Department of Transportation.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. We provide a comprehensive view of benefits and more through our Total Compensation Calculator. If you embrace our values and mission, we welcome your application.

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.