Transportation Construction Inspector

Transportation Construction Inspector (Finance) Tetra Tech is adding a Transportation Construction Inspector to our Transportation team based in Oklahoma City, OK. This role supports roadway and bridge construction projects by performing inspection, documentation, and coordination activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications. The Opportunity: Tetra Tech is adding a Transportation Construction Inspector to our Transportation team based in Oklahoma City, OK. This role supports roadway and bridge construction projects by performing inspection, documentation, and coordination activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. Position Summary: The Transportation Construction Inspector performs daily inspection and documentation of roadway and bridge construction projects to ensure compliance with Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), and contract requirements. The role supports accurate quantity tracking, material verification, and pay item preparation to ensure proper project documentation and audit readiness. Essential Job Functions: Perform daily inspection of roadway and bridge construction activities to ensure conformance with contract documents, plans, and specifications. Maintain detailed daily reports of construction activities, including subcontractor work. Measure, calculate, and compute quantities of materials and completed work. Prepare as-built drawings and project pay items to support audits and progressive estimates. Obtain and verify material tickets and invoices to ensure correct materials are delivered and documented. Calculate and document asphalt and concrete placement quantities accurately. Utilize Microsoft Office, SiteManager, and ProjectWise software to manage documentation and run progressive estimates. Interpret contracts, special provisions, plans, and specifications. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, sub-consultants, contractors, and clients. Adhere to safety protocols and project requirements while working in field environments. Required Qualifications: Experience in roadway and/or bridge construction inspection. Knowledge of ODOT construction standards, specifications, and methods. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, as-builts, and associated contract documents. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Experience with SiteManager and ProjectWise software. Ability to calculate construction material quantities, including asphalt and concrete placement. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Ability to obtain required AASHTO material testing certifications within three (3) months of hire. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and traverse unfinished grades and uneven terrain. Ability to work overtime, weekends, and occasional nighttime shifts as required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience on ODOT and/or Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) projects. Current AASHTO material testing certifications. OSHA 10 certification. Confined space certification. Fall protection certification. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and precipitation. Ability to walk, stand, and traverse rough or unfinished terrain for extended periods. Ability to occasionally lift and move items up to 50 pounds. Ability to ascend/descend ladders and enter confined spaces as required. Work Environment / Environmental Factors: Primarily outdoor work environment (approximately 90% field-based) with exposure to variable weather conditions. Exposure to active construction sites, heavy equipment, moderate to high noise levels, and uneven terrain. Potential exposure to hazardous materials, heights, confined spaces, and air and waterborne pathogens. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Additional Information: Work Location: Oklahoma City, OK (field-based). Required Accountability: This position involves handling public funds through preparation and issuance of contractor pay estimates and requires strict adherence to documentation and audit standards. Life at Tetra Tech: Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. Merit-based financial rewards. Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance. Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees. Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Additional Information Organization: 200 IEW #J-18808-Ljbffr Tetra Tech, Inc. in