Construction Inspector (Night Shift)

EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is looking for an experienced Construction Inspector to join our team for a roadway infrastructure reconstruction project along southbound Kenilworth Avenue in Washington, DC. This position will provide field inspection and documentation for construction activities including maintenance of traffic (MOT), HMA paving, curb and gutter, sidewalks, utility trenching, water utility adjustments, PCC concrete, and streetlighting. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction inspection experience, familiarity with District Department of Transportation requirements, and the ability to effectively coordinate with contractors and project personnel.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Construction Inspector, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Performing field inspections of roadway and infrastructure construction activities for compliance with project plans, specifications, contract documents, and DDOT requirements
• Inspecting maintenance of traffic (MOT) implementation and monitoring traffic control measures throughout construction activities
• Inspecting HMA paving operations, including placement, compaction, and associated roadway work
• Inspecting curb and gutter, sidewalk, and PCC concrete construction
• Monitoring utility trenching, backfilling, restoration, and resetting of water utilities
• Inspecting streetlighting installation and associated construction activities
• Coordinating daily field activities with contractors, project personnel, DDOT representatives, utility companies, and other project stakeholders
• Preparing detailed daily inspection reports documenting construction activities, quantities, labor, equipment, materials, site conditions, and project progress
• Reviewing contractor work for conformance with approved plans, specifications, and DDOT construction requirements
• Monitoring quality assurance materials testing activities and reviewing associated testing reports and documentation
• Documenting deficiencies, nonconforming work, field conditions, and other construction-related issues and communicating findings to appropriate project personnel
• Maintaining accurate field records, photographs, material documentation, inspection reports, and other required project documentation
• Verifying quantities and documenting completed work as required
• Communicating construction progress, field issues, and upcoming activities with project personnel

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and abilities:

• 5 years of construction inspection experience, preferably involving roadway, transportation, or heavy civil infrastructure construction
• Experience coordinating with contractors and construction personnel in an active field environment
• Experience preparing construction inspection reports and maintaining accurate project documentation
• Experience with quality assurance materials testing and reviewing materials testing reports
• Knowledge of roadway construction activities, including HMA paving, PCC concrete, curb and gutter, sidewalks, utility work, and maintenance of traffic
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, details, and contract documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to accurately document construction activities, quantities, field conditions, and deficiencies
• Ability to work independently in the field while coordinating effectively with contractors and project personnel
• Ability and willingness to work primarily during night-shift hours, approximately 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to walk over rough and uneven terrain and, on occasion, stand for up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with field inspection activities, including bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, grasping, reaching, raising hands above the head, sitting, climbing, and balancing
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and on varying terrain

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous construction inspection experience on District Department of Transportation (DDOT) projects
• Familiarity with DDOT processes, procedures, construction requirements, and specifications
• Experience with roadway reconstruction projects in Washington, DC, or similar urban environments
• Experience inspecting MOT, HMA paving, PCC concrete, utility construction, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and streetlighting

If you meet these criteria and are ready to embark on an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply and be part of our team!

BENEFITS:

We offer a range of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including a competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package; health benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; participation in a wellness rewards program designed to eliminate medical deductibles; a 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company; flexible spending accounts; company-paid coverage for short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance benefits; paid holidays and vacation time; as well as reimbursement for tuition, certifications, and licensure to facilitate your ongoing professional advancement.

WHAT WE DO:

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. As such, we make our commitment count for our employees by valuing you and the work you do. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere.

EBA provides civil/site, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; surveying and mapping; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; subsurface utility engineering; drilling; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team.

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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 characteristics protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that EBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, EBA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, EBA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of EBA.