What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector - Civil / Transportation position at Orion Placement?
Pay: $50,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing civil engineering firm supporting meaningful transportation and infrastructure projects
- Get hands-on field involvement on projects that directly impact roads, communities, and public safety
- Work with an experienced engineering and inspection team in a collaborative, supportive environment
- Opportunity to grow from inspector into senior inspector or CE&I leadership responsibilities over time
- Strong benefits, stable project work, and long-term career runway with a respected local firm
Location: On-site in Birmingham, Alabama, with field-based project work in the surrounding region. Relocation is open to discussion for the right candidate.
Note: Must have relevant construction inspection experience for civil, roadway, transportation, or infrastructure projects. Candidates with ALDOT / DOT experience, materials testing exposure, certifications, and stronger documentation skills will be prioritized.
About Us
We are a growing civil engineering firm focused on transportation, site development, aviation, and community-impact infrastructure projects. Our team is passionate about delivering practical, lasting solutions that improve how communities grow and connect. We offer a collaborative, family-oriented culture where good work is valued, ideas are encouraged, and people have room to grow. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Perform field inspections on civil, roadway, and transportation construction projects
- Monitor contractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, standards, and safety requirements
- Document daily construction activities, quantities, issues, and project progress
- Review materials, workmanship, and field conditions to help ensure quality control
- Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and agency representatives in the field
- Observe grading, drainage, utilities, paving, erosion control, traffic control, and related infrastructure work
- Prepare daily reports, photo documentation, and inspection records
- Assist with measurement verification, pay item documentation, and project closeout support
- Communicate field deficiencies and support resolution in a timely, professional manner
- Support multiple projects depending on workload and level of experience
Qualifications
- Experience in construction inspection, civil construction, CE&I, or transportation / infrastructure inspection
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents
- Strong written documentation and communication skills
- Familiarity with field reporting, quantity tracking, and contractor coordination
- Valid driver’s license and ability to work on active job sites
- ALDOT / DOT experience strongly preferred
- Relevant certifications are preferred and may include ACI, NICET, erosion control, traffic control, or materials testing credentials
- Senior-level candidates may have leadership experience overseeing inspectors or acting as lead inspector on projects
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Family-oriented and collaborative team culture
- Meaningful infrastructure work with visible community impact
- Opportunity to grow across inspector levels as the firm expands
- Strong benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, company-paid life insurance, and disability coverage
- Paid time off, holidays, and additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s
JPC-810
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Salary : $50,000 - $85,000