Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Inspector III
Inspect and oversee transportation construction projects, ensuring compliance and quality.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Inspect and oversee transportation construction projects such as bridges, roads, traffic signals, signage, ITS, and underground facilities. • Monitor and record contractor work progress and material quality using FieldBook and ProjectWise. • Verify implementation and maintenance of traffic control measures during construction. • Maintain communication with AECOM supervisors, MDOT, local agencies, contractors, and the public. • Assist with training entry‑level employees. • Perform NPDES inspections. • Set own project deadlines. • Provide on‑the‑job training to new employees. • Monitor compliance with quality, performance, specifications, and code requirements through inspections. • Conduct daily field inspections and maintain inspection records. • Participate in punch lists, testing, and commissioning. • Track quality assurance progress. • Provide input for documentation of area and equipment turnovers.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸field inspections
- ▸progress monitoring
- ▸projectwise
- ▸traffic control
- ▸stakeholder communication
- ▸employee training
What You Bring
The Transportation Division is seeking a creative Construction Field Inspector for its Grand Rapids, MI office, offering work on large, unique, and complex transportation projects across Michigan and the nation. The role provides access to exceptional training and career development while allowing you to collaborate with award‑winning professionals globally. You will be a key player on regional projects with opportunities to work nationally or internationally. • High School Diploma or equivalent required. • Minimum 4+ years relevant experience or equivalent education. • MDOT certifications required or must be earned within 6 months of hire. • 8 years MDOT, other state DOT, or local agency construction inspection experience preferred. • Thorough understanding of construction principles and practices. • Ability to document events, issues, and variances accurately. • Strong written and verbal communication with construction personnel and engineers. • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications. • Overnight travel within the state may be required. • Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸4+ years
- ▸mdot certification
- ▸construction inspection
- ▸plan reading
- ▸communication
Benefits
AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, well‑being resources, retirement savings, and employee stock purchase plans, among other perks. As a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in FY 2024, AECOM is a global infrastructure leader delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. The company champions growth and career ambition, providing cutting‑edge technology, award‑winning training, and development programs that expand technical expertise and leadership skills. Employees work on groundbreaking projects that transform communities locally and globally, within a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicant information is kept confidential per EEO guidelines. The position is on‑site in Grand Rapids, MI, with a compensation range of $28.07‑$49.11 hourly. • Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Work Environment
Field