Virginia Department of Transportation · 23 hours ago
08385 - Inspector Supv SB
South Hill, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelVirginia Department of Transportation is seeking an Inspector Supervisor for their team. The role involves supervising inspection teams to ensure the safety and integrity of bridges and highway structures through thorough inspections and reports.
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Responsibilities
Supervise an inspection team in performing visual and tactile safety inspections of bridges and highway structures to discover damage, deterioration, and defects that would impair the life, serviceability, and safety of a structure
Train inspection staff in field and office duties and safety
Assist in oversight and administration of consultant inspection contracts
Prepare and or review bridge safety inspection reports with signatory authority
Operate and maintain inspection vehicles and inspection instruments
Prepare inspection reports, assign structural component and general condition ratings, make recommendations and estimate costs for maintenance and rehabilitation
Review and sign inspection reports prepared by others
Plan and schedule routine and specialized bridge and structure inspections
Conduct and oversee inspections according to NBIS and VDOT requirements
Collect new or verify or update existing structural element quantities and assign appropriate condition status
Schedule and oversee consultant inspections
Create new structure inventory records and update existing structure inventory and assessment data in automated database system
Maintain inspection files, forms, reports and maps of assigned areas
Respond to inquiries from the public, municipalities, and other agencies for information on structure clearances and posted weight limits
Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques
Ensure workplace safety by identifying workplace hazards and making suggestions for improvement
Wear proper personal protection equipment
Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures
Ensure equipment is used properly and safely
Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc
Maintain clean, orderly and safe work environment
Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices
Qualification
Required
Supervise an inspection team in performing visual and tactile safety inspections of bridges and highway structures to discover damage, deterioration, and defects that would impair the life, serviceability, and safety of a structure
Train inspection staff in field and office duties and safety
Assist in oversight and administration of consultant inspection contracts
Prepare and or review bridge safety inspection reports with signatory authority
Operate and maintain inspection vehicles and inspection instruments
Prepare inspection reports, assign structural component and general condition ratings, make recommendations and estimate costs for maintenance and rehabilitation
Review and sign inspection reports prepared by others
Plan and schedule routine and specialized bridge and structure inspections
Conduct and oversee inspections according to NBIS and VDOT requirements
Collect new or verify or update existing structural element quantities and assign appropriate condition status
Schedule and oversee consultant inspections
Create new structure inventory records and update existing structure inventory and assessment data in automated database system
Maintain inspection files, forms, reports and maps of assigned areas
Respond to inquiries from the public, municipalities, and other agencies for information on structure clearances and posted weight limits
Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques
Ensure workplace safety by identifying workplace hazards and making suggestions for improvement
Wear proper personal protection equipment
Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures
Ensure equipment is used properly and safely
Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc
Maintain clean, orderly and safe work environment
Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices
Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing
Ability to physically perform hands-on inspections of bridges and structures and use required equipment
Ability to prepare technical reports and forms, recommendations, estimates, and drawings
Ability to provide technical training and guidance to others
Ability to work at heights, over and in water, in confined spaces, in proximity to heavy traffic, and in inclement weather
Knowledge of and skill in the application of engineering math
Knowledge of consultant contracts and administrative procedures
Knowledge of deterioration characteristics of steel, wood, and concrete construction and bridge maintenance and rehabilitation procedures
Knowledge of routine to specialized bridge and structure inspection methods, as well as NBIS, federal and state requirements related to structures and safety inspections
Knowledge of supervisory policies and practices
Knowledge of the types, function and use of structural components
Skill in reading and interpreting bridge and structure plans
Skill in the use of bridge inspection instruments and access equipment
Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications to perform supervisory and technical functions of the position
Ability to access and use required equipment
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to include preparing detailed technical reports and sketches and applying engineering math in bridge and structure inspections
Ability to physically perform hands-on inspections of bridges and structures, work at heights, over and in water, in confined spaces, in proximity to moving traffic and in inclement weather
Knowledge of bridge inspection methods and procedures, routine bridge maintenance and repair procedures, deterioration characteristics of bridge materials and common bridge types and nomenclature
Must meet minimum qualifications for a Team Leader as defined by the NBIS
Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include database systems, as well as bridge inspection instruments
Valid driver's license
Preferred
A combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering or Engineering Technology or related field desired
Completion of FHWA approved training course in the inspection of Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM)
Experience administering consultant inspections and contracts
Experience performing safety inspections on routine to specialized bridges and structures
Experience planning and scheduling bridge and structure safety inspections
Experience preparing, reviewing and approving safety inspection reports
Experience supervising and training others
Proficient in the use of MS Office and CAD
Company
Virginia Department of Transportation
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels.
Founded in 1875
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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$1.9MKey Investors
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2022-02-16Grant· $1.9M
Leadership Team
Laura Farmer
Chief Financial Officer
Edward Cooper
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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