NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking a detail oriented and certified
Construction Inspector to join our Transportation team in Charleston, SC. This role will support South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) projects by performing field inspections, materials testing, and documentation for highway and bridge construction. The ideal candidate will hold a valid SCDOT Concrete Technician Certification and have experience with SCDOT policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct field inspections on transportation infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and drainage systems.
- Perform concrete sampling, testing, and reporting in accordance with SCDOT standards.
- Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.
- Document daily construction activities, discrepancies, and resolutions.
- Communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and SCDOT representatives.
- Interpret construction drawings and specifications to identify potential issues.
- Travel to various project sites within the Charleston region and surrounding SCDOT districts.
Required Qualifications:
- Valid SCDOT Concrete Certification.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in construction or civil engineering preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation or construction inspection.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work nights or weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with other SCDOT certifications (e.g., Asphalt, Earthwork, Foundations).
- Familiarity with CEI (Construction Engineering and Inspection) procedures.
- Local candidates preferred.
Check out our Perks:
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:
- Use of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites
- Certification reimbursement and incentive program with pay increases
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Paid time off
- Company–observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Nova
Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond.
Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot mix asphalt testing/inspection.
We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.
