Construction Inspector - Transportation

We have immediate openings for Construction Inspectors with Roadway and Bridge experience for VDOT and Local Government projects in and around the Bristol area. Seeking highly qualified and experienced transportation Construction Inspectors who have worked on VDOT, locality and/or Design-Build projects. The Inspector is responsible for managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various types of VDOT, Design-Build and locality transportation projects. Must have experience in transportation construction, have VDOT certifications, be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance. Key Responsibilities Oversee contractor operations to ensure compliance with contract documents, design specifications, and permit requirements. Coordinate inspection activities across multiple active work crews. Track daily work quantities and complete detailed inspection documentation. Prepare daily reports, monthly estimates, and as-built drawings. Conduct field inspections, materials testing, and maintain accurate testing logs. Review and validate contractor pay estimates. Support project engineers with field data, sketches, and reports. Maintain project diaries and document deficiencies or field issues. Review contractor schedules (CPM and monthly updates). Communicate regularly with engineers, owners, and stakeholders to maintain alignment and transparency. Uphold a proactive, solution-oriented approach throughout all phases of construction. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred . 3+ years of hands‑on construction inspection experience with an emphasis on roadway, bridge, utility construction, and pavement rehabilitation . Proficiency in interpreting plans, specifications, and technical drawings. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Comfortable working night shifts and overtime as required. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel . Certifications & Training (Required) VDOT materials certifications: Asphalt (Asphalt Field Level I & II) Soils and Aggregate Compaction Pavement Marking VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Safety or ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) WACEL or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I Preferred Qualifications Prior VDOT experience Additional VDOT certifications: GRIT, Slurry, Surface Treatment DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector OSHA-10 Construction Safety Bachelor’s Degree or advanced technical certifications Physical Requirements (Essential Functions) This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include: Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces. Moving around active project sites which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles. Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing. Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time. Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 100 yards. Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip. Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document. Work from heights exceeding 6 feet. Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components. Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment . The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces. Benefits Leave accrual and paid holidays Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement 401(k) Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Parental and maternity leave benefits WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (No sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment‑based visa). ***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** #J-18808-Ljbffr Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP