Construction Inspector - Transportation

United StatesAbingdonFull timemid
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High School diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license Fluent in spoken and written English language Preferred: 0-6 years of highway construction experience Working knowledge of: Roadway,

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A. Morton Thomas & Associates, Inc. (AMT, Inc.) is hiring Construction Inspectors in the Transportation sector to support projects throughout the VDOT Bristol District and surrounding areas.  As part of this team, you will be immersed in a culture reflective of a smaller firm while providing the resources and technical strength of a larger company. With the opportunity to work alongside supportive management, tackle challenging projects, and develop your career, there is no better time to join AMT.
 
Interested applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, be available for nighttime shifts, OT and/or weekends as needed, capable of working independently and within a team, and subject to background check. We are willing to train entry-level candidates with little to no transportation construction experience, however experienced candidates with previous VDOT inspection experience and certifications are in demand.  We currently have openings for Construction Inspectors and a select number of Construction Inspector Trainees.   
  • Oversees and monitors the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Manager or designee.
  • Inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, road surfaces, and structures.
  • Reports contractor’s daily production rates.
  • Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel.
  • Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations.
  • Takes field measurements of pay items.
  • Reviews placement of and performs tests on construction materials.
  • Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment.
  • Oversees and enforces the installation of erosion/siltation controls and highways work zones and traffic control devices.
  • Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings.
  • Maintains project records; including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, and monthly estimates.
  • Review and monitor Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal-aid construction projects, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements.
  • Required:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Fluent in spoken and written English language
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  • Preferred:
  • 0-6 years of highway construction experience
  • Working knowledge of: Roadway, structure and bridge construction / maintenance / repair / rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications.
  • VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, and Inspector Manual
  • Required VDOT Certifications relevant to the work being inspected
  • Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
  • OSHA 10 Hour Training
  • Listing Details

    Posted
    February 12, 2026
    First seen
    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    April 22, 2026

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