GPI  has immediate openings for highway and bridge construction inspectors to work on SCDOT projects in South Carolina.

The candidate should be motivated and capable of working independently and/or with the GPI/SCDOT Project Team. Candidates must be available to work the Contractor’s hours of operation, up to and including day or night shift and weekends, as necessary for Project completion. GPI offers a competitive compensation package, with pay based on the successful candidate’s experience level.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are?  If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractor’s work for heavy highway and/or bridge construction projects, including earthwork, subgrade, asphalt, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, MOT, safety devices, and utilitiesAbility to measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for contractor paymentCapability to read and interpret Project plans, specifications, and standardsPerform and/or observe material sampling and testing in accordance with Project standards and specificationsEnsure contractor’s work/materials meet standards and specificationsAbility to properly document daily Project progress, including work performed, conformance/nonconformance with plans/specifications, manpower, equipment, contract quantities, and extra workEntering and recording project progress, materials, payments, and documentation in AASHTOWare Project and/or other electronic software programIdentify and clearly communicate project issues to project managers and the ContractorAbility to identify, assess, and communicate unsafe conditions with the Contractor

Qualifications:

SCDOT or other DOT Construction inspection experienceInspection Certifications with SCDOT Asphalt Roadway TechnicianEarthwork and Base CourseFoundations (Drilled Shaft and Pile) ACI Field Grade I Concrete Testing TechnicianNICET certifications may allow for a temporary waiver to practice if SCDOT Certifications are actively pursued