Inspector II

About the role

The Transportation Division of AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Construction Field Inspector for immediate employment in the Grand Rapids, MI office. This position provides the opportunity to work on large, unique, and complex transportation projects in Michigan and throughout the country.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to

• Field inspection and oversight of transportation construction projects including bridges, road, traffic signals, signing, ITS and underground facilities.
• Monitor and record the work and progress of contractors, while tracking material quality and usage using FieldBook and ProjectWise.
• Verify that traffic control measures are implemented and maintained during construction.
• Maintain communication between AECOM supervisors and peers, MDOT and local agency personnel, contractor personnel and the general public.
• May assist with training entry-level employees.
• Perform NPDES inspections.
• Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Works under general supervision.
• Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties.
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records.
• Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning.
• Tracks quality assurance progress.
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers.

Minimum Requirements

• High School + 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency or experience and/or education.
• MVR check required.

Preferred Requirements

• 4+ years of MDOT, other state DOT, or local agency construction inspection experience required; or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge, abilities and experience.
• Basic understanding of construction principles and practices.
• Ability to document any and all relevant events, issues and variances.
• Good active written and verbal communication with construction personnel and engineers.
• Ability to perform basic computations and calculations.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Valid Driver's license, with good driving record.
• MDOT certifications are required or must be earned within 6 months of beginning employment.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Weekend and night work will be required.
• Overnight travel within the state may be required.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.