Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector - Northern Neck

Job Description

As a Construction Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects under the supervision of advanced staff. Your role is to ensure construction quality in accordance with plans and specifications, thereby providing a quality transportation system for the traveling public. You will observe and document contractor production rates, schedule work and inspection phases, and communicate with contractors regarding project completion and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all phases of highway construction and maintenance projects.
• Observe and document contractor's daily production rates.
• Schedule work and inspection phases with contractor's superintendent and agency personnel.
• Communicate with contractors regarding completion of project work, including identifying non-compliant work.
• Take field measurements of pay items.
• Review placement of and perform tests on construction materials.
• Review lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
• Oversee and enforce the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
• Maintain project records including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.

Essential Skills

• Construction inspection
• Asphalt and concrete testing
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Construction Inspector within roadway and pavement marking
• Asphalt Field Level I & II Certification

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• VDOT Certifications
• Soil and Aggregate Compaction - NICET LEVEL II
• Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field - ACI Concrete Field Level I, or WACEL Concrete I, or NICET LEVEL II
• Flagger Certification
• GRIT (Guardrail Certification)

Work Environment

This position is located outdoors, supporting projects in the Northern Neck (Irvington-King George) for seasonal paving. The inspectors will have the opportunity to progress and get promoted to more positions as they develop their skills and aptitude. The company offers paid certifications and pay raises for certifications acquired. There is also a significant opportunity for overtime and a company vehicle may be provided, subject to compliance.

This is a Contract position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $40