Project Inspector (TE2) | Two Positions

About WSDOT The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! The Opportunity WSDOT is seeking two Project Inspectors to ensure highway construction projects meet contract plans, specifications, and environmental permit requirements while supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation systems. Working with minimal supervision, these positions perform field inspections, conduct material testing, and documents construction activities to verify quality, compliance, and adherence to established standards. These roles are responsible for maintaining accurate field records, preparing reports, initiating payment documentation, capturing project progress, and providing contract clarification to contractors. These positions inspect a wide range of construction elements, including asphalt and concrete roadways, sidewalks, stormwater systems, electrical installations, structures, landscaping, and utilities, ensuring proper execution across all project components. Strong candidates will possess knowledge of construction inspection practices, attention to detail, technical documentation skills, understanding of materials and testing procedures, ability to interpret plans and specifications, and strong communication and problem-solving abilities in dynamic field environments. What to Expect These positions will be required to work outdoors in active construction environments, including forested areas, during both daytime and nighttime shifts. Conditions may involve inclement weather, exposure to exhaust, high-speed traffic, steep or uneven terrain, and proximity to heavy construction equipment. Some assignments may require working under live traffic conditions on freeways, interstates, or highways. Among the varied range of responsibilities held within theseroles, the Project Inspector will: Verify contract compliance by ensuring and documenting that projects are constructed in accordance with plans, specifications, permits, and commitments, with minimal supervision. Read, interpret and understand contract plans, Specifications, and estimates to support inspection and documentation activities. Apply knowledge of construction and engineering procedures and practices, research methods, data collection, and communication and correspondence practices while performing on-site inspection. Document and report on Contractor compliance with Construction Plans, Special Provisions, and WSDOT Standard Specifications. Provide clarification of contract requirements when needed and communicate effectively to the Contractor and WSDOT staff when construction work does not comply with contract documents. Record daily inspection activities through photographs and Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs). Prepare Field Note Records (FNRs) and pay notes using Unifier program in accordance with current office procedures to initiate contractor payments for completed work. Conduct materials testing and verifying that all materials are approved prior to permanent installation and incorporation into the project. Operate a WSDOT vehicle to travel and from inspection sites and transport materials, tools and equipment. Qualifications To be considered for these opportunities, the following competencies are required : Foundational Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of civil, structural, geotechnical, transportation, or related engineering principles, with experience in construction, inspection, or materials testing. Construction and Engineering Technical Knowledge Ability to read, interpret, understand, and review contract plans, specifications, and estimates. Knowledge and proficiency with computer technology, including Microsoft Office, ability to research online information, and use document control systems. Communication Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with contractors, designers, other team members, support offices, and the public. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and professionally with coworkers, contractors, partner agencies, and the public in person, by phone, and in writing. Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others. In addition to one of the above, the following are also required: A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles. Ability to adjust work schedule to align with the contractor schedules, including nights and irregular shifts. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and work in confined spaces. Ability to obtain a General Inspector certification within six (6) months of hire. It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Construction Inspection: Experience inspecting or designing Civil or Transportation projects, including experience with construction material testing. Highway Traffic Control: Experience working for long periods of time on major highways with complex traffic control set-ups. Environmental and Fish Passage Project: Experience inspecting fish passage projects with environmentally sensitive project locations. WSDOT Construction Expertise: Knowledge and experience with construction inspection procedures for WSDOT projects including experience with Design-Build project inspection. Professional Engineering Foundations: Certification in construction materials testing and/or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification. Important Notes This recruitment will be used to fill up to two vacancies and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options. Regular travel to and from construction sites to perform inspection and/or materials testing will be required. These positions may require work on weekends, holidays, or even extended hours. The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements . Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit, please visit Why WSDOT Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. PlanFor Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT? How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity. WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed. Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NWR-13341m in the subject line. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Washington