Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector STV, Inc. dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Virginia Beach May 11, 2026 STV is seeking Construction Inspectors to join our Transportation Division in Virginia Beach, VA. These positions offer an exciting opportunity to support our growing Construction Management and CEI practice, helping to expand our services and enhance client relationships across the state. As a Construction Inspector at STV, you will play a key role in major transportation projects, contributing to the development of critical infrastructure while enjoying a supportive, work-life balanced culture. This role provides a platform for career growth, offering opportunities to maintain and strengthen client relationships, broaden STV's regional presence, and be part of impactful, high-profile projects. STV, an ENR Top 50 firm, is looking for professionals who lead by example, communicate effectively, and have a strong foundation in construction safety principles. If you are a driven, detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality and innovation in transportation construction, we encourage you to apply. Perform construction inspection activities and assist in the administration of highway, bridge, rail, and tunnel construction projects.

More specifically:

Apply safety philosophy to all job responsibilities and ability to work safely in an outside environment Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications Establish engineering controls for the construction contractor and inspection of the work Prepare daily inspection reports Perform on-site material testing and sampling Perform measurement and documentation of completed work Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications Effectively communicate with project staff and clients, both verbal and written communication Basic knowledge of computer and tablet (iPad) operation The employee will typically be assigned to VDOT or other roadway, bridge, rail, or tunnel construction projects. Daily travel to project site will be required. Candidates may need to work nights and weekends when required. Overnight travel is not expected but may be necessary on a limited basis. Candidates must hold a hold a valid state driver's license and clean driving record andhave the ability to lift 50 pounds, traverse rough terrain, walk or stand for extended periods of time while performing manual tasks, and work outdoors during all types of weather.

Specific Requirements:

Applicant must possess a minimum of 2 years of construction inspection experience. Applicant must possess the following certifications or have the ability to acquire them (at no cost to the candidate) within 6 months of beginning employment, as schedule permits: VDOT Certifications Soil and Aggregate Compaction

• NICET LEVEL II

• Asphalt Field Level I & II Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field
• ACI Concrete Field Level I, or WACEL Concrete I, or

NICET LEVEL II

• Pavement Marking Slurry Surfacing Surface Treatment Flagger Certification GRIT (Guardrail Certification) Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection
• Virginia DEQ Nuclear Gauge Safety Training
• Nuclear Regulatory Commission Recognized Provided Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification (Obtained prior to installation of stormwater items) Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
• VDOT Approved Provider 10 Hour OSHA Safety Training

• OSHA Compensation Range:

  $61,899.00
• $70,339.00 STV offers the following benefits
• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner.

The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.