Summary
This job involves helping oversee road and bridge construction projects by inspecting work to make sure it meets state standards, documenting everything, and testing materials like asphalt and concrete.
It also includes monitoring safety, traffic control, and surveying tasks on site.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in construction or inspection who is detail-oriented, comfortable working outdoors, and certified in at least two relevant areas like concrete or erosion control.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of related experience in construction or inspection
- Valid motor vehicle operator's license
- Certification as an inspector in at least two SCDOT/ACI/SCDES areas (e.g., Asphalt Roadway Technician, Concrete Field Technician, Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector)
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for extended periods, operating equipment, and working in outdoor construction environments
- Knowledge of SCDOT specifications, plans, and construction manual for compliance inspections
- Skills in sampling, testing materials (asphalt, concrete, soil), surveying, and documenting project activities
Full Job Description
At Richland Construction B, assists the Resident Construction Engineer (RCE) in inspecting contractor work through all phases of construction to ensure compliance with plans, SCDOT specifications, and applicable requirements, and ensures required inspections are performed accurately and timely. Performs inspections as a certified inspector in at least two of the following SCDOT/ACI(American Concrete Institute)/SCDES (SC Department of Environmental Services) certifications in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy:
SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician;
SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector;
SCDOT Concrete Field Technician;
SCDOT Foundations Technician;
SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1;
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I; or
SCDES Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector.
Inspections include grading, paving, drainage, concrete placement and reinforcing steel, structural foundations, traffic control, and erosion prevention and sediment control, as well as areas not requiring certification such as pavement markings, grassing, and sign installation. Notifies the contractor and RCE of project issues and ensures appropriate resolution, documents inspection activities and field measurements on required SCDOT forms, maintains project records in the SCDOT database, prepares required construction reports including wage interviews, and maintains records through project completion. Assists senior-level technicians with complex inspection duties and performs all work in a safe and productive manner. Properly operates and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, reports defects, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor, wears required protective clothing and equipment, and monitors contractor and subcontractor activities for compliance with contract health and safety provisions. Takes samples and assists with taking samples and performing various field tests on construction materials including, but not limited to, asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Assists with ensuring that materials are sampled and tested at the required frequency. Assists with ensuring compliance of work with applicable specifications. Ensures that manufacturer certifications and other required quality control documents are obtained prior to the installation or use of engineered construction materials, products, and devices. Accurately measures, calculates, and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters information into SCDOT construction software and daily work reports to ensure accurate contractor payment. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed in accordance with SCDOT standards, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), contract documents, and plans; promptly notifies the contractor of traffic control deficiencies or safety concerns and ensures corrective action is taken, and notifies the RCE of deficiencies not corrected. Performs duties as a rodman and instrument operator in the survey party, assists in operating survey equipment to establish and verify required line and grade on construction projects, verifies contractor line and grade in compliance with the SCDOT Construction Manual, and assists in preparing final plans and construction estimates.
Requirements
A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.
Additional Information
May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
