Roadway Construction Inspector

Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Working knowledge of federally funded roadway construction in California, with a specific focus on inspection of asphalt paving/hot mix asphalt (HMA) overlays, and traffic control
  • Individual must be proactive in identifying field issues and developing solutions to keep the work moving
  • Prepare and process construction records, including RFI’s, submittals, progress pay applications, extra work billings, and contract change orders
  • Ability to document all field activities, work in a collaborative manner with the owner and contractor and represent Dewberry and our clients in the highest capacity
  • Familiarity with common computer programs such as MS Word and Excel for completing daily diaries, quantity calculations and other required tasks


  • Required Skills & Required Experience

    6 years’ of experience
  • High school graduate or GED equivalent is required
  • Associates degree in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Relevant project experience on transportation, utility, and Caltrans Local Assistance projects with proven results
  • Knowledge of Caltrans 2018 specifications, policies and procedures, HMA material testing methods, and roadway construction means and methods
  • Experience with night work, lane closures and COZEEP coordination a plus
  • Driving is a requirement of the position
  • A clean driving record is required


  • Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees
  • So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways
  • You just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities


  • At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization
  • Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation


  • Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services
  • Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information


  • Salary Range

    The projected range for this position is $54
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  • , skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range vary slightly
  • This position is covered under CA prevailing wage
  • In addition to the base hourly rate, all applicable fringes will apply


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