Senior Inspector

Job Overview

We are looking for a construction inspector to manage daily inspections on multiple complex projects, prepare reports, collaborate with contractors, and mentor staff.

• Inspect, observe, document, and verify work in progress by contractors to ensure compliance with project schedule, contract documents, and plans.
• Confirm that procedures are followed and that material used conforms to specifications.
• Advise the contractor superintendent of necessary actions to ensure conformity with plan, specs, and contract.
• Review and resolve quantity disputes with contractors.
• Utilize engineering inspection practices to perform sophisticated calculations, constructability and biddability reviews, and measurements of completed work.
• Review the inspector’s daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, and quantity of material received and verified.
• Perform on‑site material testing and produce as‑constructed sketches.
• Lead daily assignments, mentor, and train employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and 9 years of construction‑related experience.
• All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.

• Four‑year degree strongly preferred.
• Driver’s license.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience working on VDOT projects.
• Working knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual.
• Ability to read and interpret complex plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Ability to work a shift schedule and/or flexible schedules, including inclement weather, heights, confined spaces, and marine environments.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to multitask.

• ACI Field Technician
• DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector
• DEQ Stormwater Inspector
• OSHA 10 Hour Safety Training
• Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
• VDOT Asphalt Field I and II
• VDOT Flagger
• VDOT Guardrail (GRIT)
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
• VDOT Pavement Marking
• VDOT Slurry Surface
• VDOT Soils & Aggregate

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E‑Verify. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.