Sr. Construction Inspector

The SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR performs advanced technical work supporting higher level technicians and engineers in function areas such as construction inspection and surveying; scheduling and status; roadway design; traffic signal equipment; traffic signalization and geometrics; materials sampling; inspection and testing. Work usually involves a significant amount of decision making and use of independent judgment and may include providing work directions to others. 

Duties may include:

• Employees may perform independent complex inspections on roadways and structure construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract.  
• Employees may perform moderately complex inspections or supervise other inspectors conducting routine and standardized inspections.  
• Work may include inspecting asphalt or concrete for acceptable materials and mix; pavement for proper spreading, rolling, depth, alignment and compaction; roadways and structures for conformance to plans, and specifications, structural materials and members; placement of culverts; structural operations such as foundation excavation; placement of piling, reinforcing and structural steel, concrete and backfill; and traffic control and erosion control devices.  
• Candidate should be familiar with the Georgia Department of Transportation's (GDOT) Pavement Condition Evaluation System (PACES) in order to perform pavement evaluations of roadways.
• Able to understand the terminology and types of defects that can be found on a pavement and to define various levels of severity.
• Able to take field notes, measurements, and observations such that pavement condition reports can be produced in the office.
• Able to make recommendations for repair and maintenance needs of the roadway.
• Familiar with roadway construction cost estimates in accordance with GDOT's standard items.
• Employees may also perform the more complex variety of calculations and computations.  
• Employees may perform documentation duties, which may include field measurements of pay items as well as other required documentation.  
• Capable of reviewing specifications and contract documents to understand required construction procedures; able to research the Georgia Department of Transportation Standard Specifications as necessary to gain clarity or additional needed information.
• Assist with training junior Construction Inspector on field inspections procedures and reporting requirements
• Provide Construction Inspector guidance as related to performing project inspections, requirements, resolution of quality of work issues in the field
• Understand project budgets and monitor inspection time vs revenue available 
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of progressive transportation technical experience OR
• Degree in civil engineering technology from an accredited two-year technical college plus 5 years of progressive transportation technical experience OR
• Equivalent combination of training and directly related experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate in English with internal and external clients
• Basic math skills
• Valid driver’s license required; must have satisfactory driving record in accordance with EMC fleet insurance requirements
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Understanding of construction practices and procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with OSHA guidelines and directives, in conjunction with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to withstand regular exposure to outdoor worksite weather conditions that may be wet and/or humid environments, with extreme cold and/or heat; sites may be moderate to moderately loud
• Must be able to perform tasks that require long-term standing and/or repetitive motions
• May be required to drive long distances daily
• Must be able to regularly lift, move, or shake up to 40 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 60-80 pounds, and occasionally move more than 100 pounds
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone