Title: Senior Construction Inspector

State Role Title: Engineering Technician III

Hiring Range: $59,125 - $96,078

Pay Band: 4

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Williamsburg Residency

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT’s Peninsula Division within the Hampton Roads Construction Program is seeking a qualified individual to monitor and inspect roadway, structure and bridge, and maintenance construction projects of routine to moderate complexity. VDOT Inspectors are expected to consistently promote open communication, partnering and excellent construction management to obtain on-time, on-budget projects with high quality and safety. Incumbents ensure contractor compliance through review, interpretation and enforcement of plans and contract documents, monitoring and inspecting field work efficiently and in a timely manner; and preparation of thorough, accurate project documentation.

This position requires physically demanding work in field conditions. Frequent climbing, crawling, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, in confined spaces and traversing embankments is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with construction methods, materials, equipment, standards, specifications and terminology


• Experience applying state and federal safety, environmental, and EEO/DB guidelines and regulations related to transportation construction


• Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry


• Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans


• Ability to read, interpret/analyze roadway, structure and bridge plans, construction contracts, and other project management documents


• Ability to prepare reports, enter data, update and maintain files


• Ability to work independently and oversee the work of others


• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing


• Skill in the use of engineering and testing equipment and computer software applications


• Ability to obtain certifications in concrete/asphalt-field, soil compaction, nuclear safety, aggregates, guardrail installation, pavement markings, First Aid, CPR, flagging, work zone safety, storm water inspector, erosion and sediment control, and OSHA safety training courses


• Valid driver’s license and safety shoes required

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a broad range of road and bridge construction inspection activities with a DOT or a DOT consultant inspection firm


• Proficient in the use of MS Office and Site Manager or PlanGrid


• Experience overseeing the work of others


• Possession of current certifications and completion of fall protection and confined space training

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

This position requires physically demanding work in field conditions. Frequent climbing, crawling, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, in confined spaces and traversing embankments is required.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and; if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Tina Kittrell

Phone: 757-956-3288

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.