Full job description Otak is seeking to hire a Construction Inspector for our growing Louisville office. Overall responsibilities will include daily field inspection and documentation for a wide variety of construction projects ranging from arterial roadways/state highways, to trails and underpasses, to parks/trailheads to bridges, and more. We are looking for an individual with a great work ethic, dependability, and a desire to work for a great employee-centric company.
Otak employs staff skilled in construction management, inspection, administration, and engineering support. Our technical experts excel in implementing front-line techniques and methodologies to ensure successful project completion and client satisfaction. Otak's inspectors are certified to perform all FHWA, CDOT, and local agency required inspections.
This is a full-time position. Typical work locations will be in the Denver/Boulder metropolitan area, but travel may be required depending on the project assignment and hours may vary.
What you'll do: Conduct inspections of infrastructure construction projects and materials to ensure compliance with approved construction plans, specifications and other applicable codes and standards. Review and interpret construction documents, site drawings, as-built drawings, and specifications. Assist in resolving construction issues by clarifying plans and specifications. Maintain detailed records of construction actives including but not limited to safety concerns, contractor onsite personnel, equipment, construction methods, work zone traffic control, and stormwater and erosion control measures. Prepare project documentation in accordance with CDOT, FHWA, and/or local agency guidelines. Track and measure completed work to prepare quantity reports and payment documentation. Assess and review change order requests. What you bring: A minimum of five years progressive experience in inspection and construction management of public projects or a Civil Engineering degree and three years of public construction engineering and inspection experience. Must have valid driver's license. Familiarity with current construction observation reporting and procedure requirements for CDOT, Federal Aid Projects, and other government agencies. Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, and other MS Office products as required for detailed daily report writing and accurate quantity tracking calculations and LCPTracker and B2GNow (for projects with CDOT oversight). Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, other staff, contractors, and agency representatives. Preferred CDOT Class/Certifications for: Transportation Erosion Control Supervisor (CDOT), Traffic Control Supervisor, Basic Highway Math, Basic Highway Plan Reading, Basic Construction Surveying (These can be substituted with Professional Engineering License or Engineering Degree from accredited institution). Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.
Salary Range: $44 - $56 per hour
Benefits At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you're at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.
Why work at Otak? Watch this short video: Our Why We're not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren't just joining a firm — you're joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don't just believe in cultivating our own community; we're also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we're committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we're expanding — and we're dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.
Equal Opportunity Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at Otak provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. Otak ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).
At Otak, we recognize that inclusion is a practice, and we are determined to lead our industry by embedding that practice into our work. Cultivating an inclusive workplace environment is ongoing and consistent work, requiring dedication and commitment from every member of the organization. This commitment is reflected in Otak's promise to significantly increase employee diversity, impact the communities in which we work, and establish ongoing relationships within these communities.
Otak's Vision for an Inclusive Environment includes the following:
We embrace diverse identities, and willingly engage across difference All employees can experience the workplace safely and show up as their authentic selves Fostering unique perspectives and an open exchange of ideas Engaging one another with curiosity rather than judgment Relationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect If you are a minority, veteran, person with a disability, or a member of the LGBTQA Community, we strongly encourage and welcome you to apply to any open position of interest. If you want to learn more about Otak, this position, or the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, contact our Human Resources Department at .
Please note, Otak is not accepting resumes from 3 rd party recruitment agencies currently.
