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Alpha Corporation established in 1979, is a full-service woman-owned firm, providing civil, and structural engineering, program and construction management, project controls, and technology services for various building types, transportation, and heavy infrastructure projects. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients, including all levels of government agencies, public and private enterprises/partnerships.

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firms inception. Our vision is to be recognized by our clients for responsive, innovative, and quality services in the building, transportation, and infrastructure sectors, and to be the employer of choice. Alpha was awarded the ENR Mid-Atlantic 2022 Design Firm of the Year and Top 100 PM/CM firm.

If youre up for the challenge to stretch, grow and excel in your career as an Inspector, consider joining our award-winning team at Alpha Corporation to support our growing team in our Virginia Beach office.

Alpha Corporation offers excellent career opportunities for continued professional, educational, and personal growth. We strive to offer our employees the opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects in a collaborative team environment. All positions include a competitive benefits package and the opportunity for a stable and rewarding career.

Position Summary

The Inspector will be responsible for ensuring contractors' compliance by reviewing interpreting and enforcing plans and contract documents for efficient and timely inspection of the contractors work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently plan, coordinate, inspect, and oversee project inspection activities of roadway, structure, and bridge, maintenance projects.
• Monitor contractors and schedules to ensure quality control and contract compliance of moderate to complex construction projects.
• Apply knowledge and experience toward the inspection of roadways and bridges using VDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Apply engineering principles in the inspection and documentation of construction activities.
• Recommend changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide cost savings.
• Review and monitor EEO/DBE documentation and compliance with contract documents.
• Oversee, direct, and review the work of Inspectors and Inspector Trainees.
• Maintain comprehensive project records and documentation using the VDOT Materials Book & project management software which could include VDOT Site Manager.
• Complete testing of materials using VDOT testing procedures
• Apply Best Management Practices to environmental inspection activities using DEQ standards and specifications.
• Apply Best Management Practices to safety activities.
• Communicate with various stakeholders including Localities and VDOT.
• Assist with the development of change orders, investigations, and the analysis of Notices of Intent to File Claims.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Must have a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able and willing to workday and night shifts.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 + years' experience in roadway or bridge construction inspection.
• Experience operating computer equipment, software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, and field-testing equipment.

Certifications / Licenses

• Must be current with the following certifications or the ability to obtain:
  • Pavement Marking - VDOT
  • Intermediate Work Zone - VDOT
  • Flagger - VDOT
  • Guardrail Installation (GRIT) - VDOT
  • Asphalt Field Levels I and II - VDOT
  • 10-hour OSHA Safety

Salary: $60k - $85k

Physical Demands

The incumbent in this position can typically expect to sit and use his/her hands to handle and feel for more than 1/3 of the day. He/she can expect to stand or walk for more than 2/3 of the day. Talking and listening are also expected for more than 1/3 of the day. The ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach with arms will be needed for more than 1/3 of the day.

This position requires that the incumbent be able to lift items up to 80 pounds on an infrequent basis.

The incumbent in this position should have clear vision at 20 inches or less. He/she should be able to view various reports and forms as well as information displayed on a computer monitor and have the ability to distinguish between different colors. Depth perception, peripheral vision, the ability to focus, and the ability to see from a distance are also necessary.

EEO Statement

Alpha Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or military status, or any other protected class. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotions, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.