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Construction Field Inspector

Value Engineering LLC
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2025

Construction Technician

Location: Field-based (Reports and administrative tasks can be completed remotely)Employment Type: Full-Time

Build the Foundations of Excellence

Are you passionate about quality, attention to detail, and contributing to infrastructure that shapes our communities? As a Construction Technician at Value Engineering, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of road construction projects. With a focus on inspections, reporting, and problem-solving, this role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in the field.

What You’ll Do

Project Support

  • Inspect road construction sites to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Develop and maintain technical project reports, including IDR (Inspector Daily Reports).
  • Communicate with contractors, inspectors, and engineers to resolve on-site issues.

Quality Assurance

  • Conduct field inspections to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and safety guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate records of project status, ensuring documentation is up-to-date.
  • Ensure that quality control plans are followed and assist in the review process for submittals.

Technical Communication

  • Collaborate with project teams to address field challenges and problem-solve in real time.
  • Use tools like AASHTOWare and field books to document and track project progress.
  • Provide clear and professional communication with clients, contractors, and team members.

What You Bring

Education

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in construction or engineering.

Experience

  • 4 years in road construction or construction engineering.
  • Familiarity with MDOT manuals and certifications required.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of road construction specifications and plans.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with IDRs, field books, and tools like AASHTOWare.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $22.00 - $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • field inspection: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Civil engineering: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

  • English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Detroit, MI 48243 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $44

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