Part Time Inspector Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

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Your Opportunity
Your role is to work with general supervision and direction on average sized projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Construction Manager. You will be responsible for daily inspection efforts on multiple complex, large, and/or diverse projects in order to ensure contractor's operations comply with project plans, specifications, and contract documents. You will prepare sketches and assemble data for Responsible Charge Engineer to utilize when making changes to the project. This position has the potential to involve travel outside of the Richmond, VA area. Other potential locations may include Bridgeport, WV.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Construction Inspector as a representative of the client ensures quality control and contractor compliance for roadway construction projects of varying complexity.
• Coordinate work and inspections with contractor's representative, client personnel and other stakeholders
• Generate reports of conditions found during inspection activities, notify Construction Management of significant problems and complete documentation necessary to attest to satisfactory completion of inspection or test activities.
• Prepare and review reports for preparation of entries into Site Manager / Project Wise and properly document materials as well as other test reports for materials.
• Inspect installation of construction feature, measures dimensions, and calculates quantities.
• Examine construction materials, check if specifications are met.
• Review plans, specifications, requests for information, submittals, construction schedules, shop drawings, and pay applications (QA/QC).
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic skills in math, drafting, and science.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team.
• Effectively communicates project issues with contractor, project team and clients.
• Must possess the following certifications if working out of our Virginia offices:- VDOT Soils and Aggregate
• VDOT Asphalt Field Levels I and II
• VDOT Slurry Seal
• VDOT Surface Treatment
• Nuclear Density Safety
• 10 Hour Safety (OSHA)
• VDOT Pavement Markings
• VDOT Flagger Certification
• VDOT Work Zone Traffic Control - Intermediate Level

Preferred Qualifications if working out of our Virginia offices:

• VDOT Soils and Aggregate
• VDOT Asphalt Field Levels I and II
• VDOT Slurry Seal
• VDOT Surface Treatment
• Nuclear Density Safety
• VDOT Pavement Markings
• VDOT Flagger Certification
• Demonstrated experience in VDOT procedures and policies.

Education and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and construction experience.
• 0-2 years of experience.

Position will primarily require field work which may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This position has the potential to involve travel outside of the Richmond, VA and Bridgeport, WV. A company vehicle will be provided for this position.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | VA | Richmond
Organization: 2026 Transpt-US Southeast Infrastructure-Richmond VA
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 20/01/2026 04:01:35
Req ID: 1003792
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.