Senior Highway Construction Inspector

Dikita Enterprises, Inc. headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, is an actively growing architectural, civil engineering, and construction management firm with over 40 years of experience. Dikita’s multi-disciplined team of architectural, engineering and construction management professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, transit build-out, transit market research, infrastructure improvements and expansion, and capital construction services. Our diversity and commitment to quality are our strengths. SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced Senior Highway Construction Inspector who is NICET Level III or IV Certified for highway and bridge construction. The selected candidates will have 15+ years of experience. The Senior Highway Construction Inspector will apply engineering principles to inspect and oversee construction inspection activities, to ensure compliance with project plans, approved shop/working drawings, project documents and specifications, reporting observations verbally and in writing to managers. RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect construction activities in accordance with established quality procedures and evaluate compliance with project plans, specifications, shop drawings and other project related documents. Prepare and submit accurate, legible, comprehensive, and complete testing and/or inspection reports daily in accordance with established quality procedures. Review plans, specifications, general notes, and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned duties. Perform, supervise, report on frequency compliance and coordinate field tests on materials and completed work using standard methods established by AASHTO, ASTM or other agency with appropriate, properly calibrated testing equipment. Perform mathematical calculations using basic algebra (fundamental laws, algebraic expressions), geometry, and the trigonometric functions of right triangles. Train less experienced workers in work methods and serve as lead worker for less experienced workers. Assist in planning and coordinating inspection operations. Meet with contractor's supervisors or other project leaders on assigned project sites to discuss and coordinate testing, sampling, or inspection of construction materials or construction procedures. Review material tests and completed work performed by assigned inspectors to assure compliance with requirements of established procedures. Verify adequacy of number of samples and locations at which samples are collected to assure representative distribution of sampling and testing. Provide input in evaluations of employee performance. Review project inspection and testing costs, engineering, and inspection budgets to actual. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE A High School Diploma is required. 15+ years of relevant verifiable experience, or NICET Highway Construction Inspection Certification Level III or IV in Transportation Engineering Technology (Highway Construction). Related experience and/or education may be evaluated to substitute for on the job experience. Troxler Nuclear Gauge certification is required. ACI Field Testing Level 1 is required. TxDOT experience is preferred. OSHA 30 a plus. Completion of Texas specific Technician Training and Certification Program (TTCP) for applicable testing/sampling procedures or the ability to complete within 6-months of employment. Knowledge, skills, and experience to review project plans and specifications, including required properties of asphalt, concrete, and other materials to identify potential problems and develop inspection strategies. Experience supervising and training inspection and field-testing personnel. Must possess a valid drivers license, pass a defensive driving course and meet the firms auto insurability requirements. Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and observation skills. Exceptional critical-thinking and decision-making skills. Ability to multi-task. Exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively work with diverse individuals and disciplines. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office products. Preference will be given to residents of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. As a condition of your employment, you must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. You will be subject to post-accident, random, and reasonable cause drug testing during employment. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation is based on contract specifications. Dikita offers a comprehensive health and welfare plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a discretionary match, limited tuition reimbursement, company paid licenses, certifications, and professional organization memberships*. Healthcare benefits are effective on date of hire. We also offer dozens of supplemental benefits; up to $1,500 a year for approved undergraduate/graduate college courses taken as part of a degree program at an accredited institution. Up to $500 per year for approved continuing educational expenses, including courses taken through a professional association, or at an accredited trade, vocational or business school. The maximum combined annual benefit per employee is $1,500. Over 5,000 self-paced courses on business, safety, liability, productivity, and IT topics; instructor-led virtual training, continuing education units on many courses; 25,000+ books in online, audio and summary formats; and external training/certification tracking. * Subject to repayment based on length of employment. At Dikita we take pride in our diversity and inclusion. We offer a grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment with a commitment to quality and integrity. Dikita Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on race, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 15+ years Salary: $40 - $45 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No