Transportation Construction Inspector (Civil / Highway Construction)
Location: Omaha, NE (90% Field / 10% Office)
Salary: $25–$35/hour + Bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule:
- Monday–Friday with potential 10-hour construction shifts
- Overtime and occasional weekend work depending on project schedules
Position Overview:
HGM Associates Inc. is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector / Civil Construction Inspector to support highway, roadway, and transportation infrastructure construction projects in the Omaha area.
The Transportation Construction Inspector performs field inspection and construction observation on roadway, bridge, and civil infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and DOT requirements.
This position works closely with construction managers, engineers, and contractors on active transportation construction projects.
Why Join HGM?
HGM Associates offers the advantages of a smaller, collaborative engineering firm where your contributions are visible and valued.
- Work directly with leadership in a smaller firm environment with minimal red tape
- Strong focus on professional development and career growth
- Collaborative team environment with opportunities to learn from experienced engineers
- Recognition for strong performance and meaningful project contributions
- Supportive work environment including flexible hours, hybrid options, and alternative schedules
- Engaging culture where employees play an active role in project and company success
- Opportunity to make a real impact on transportation and infrastructure projects
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform transportation construction inspection on roadway, bridge, and civil infrastructure projects
- Conduct field observation of contractor work to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and DOT standards
- Perform or coordinate construction materials testing, including concrete testing
- Communicate with project managers, contractors, and engineering teams
- Inspect concrete, asphalt, bridge construction, utilities, and traffic control
- Document daily construction progress and inspection activities
- Maintain inspection reports and project documentation
Qualifications:
Required:
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- ACI Field Concrete Certification
- Valid driver’s license
- 1+ years of transportation or civil construction inspection experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with roadway construction, highway construction inspection, or civil infrastructure projects
- Ability to read construction plans and specifications
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Preferred:
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- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
- Nebraska DOT Technician Certifications (asphalt, concrete, earthwork)
- Experience with Federal Aid highway construction projects
- Experience interpreting construction schedules
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Benefits:
- Zero-premium health insurance option
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedules / optional 4-day work week
- Professional development and certification support
- Tuition reimbursement
- Relocation assistance and signing bonus
About HGM Associates:
HGM Associates is a full-service engineering and architectural consulting firm specializing in transportation infrastructure, civil engineering, and public works projects. For over 60 years, we have delivered innovative solutions while maintaining a collaborative and flexible work culture.
With offices in Omaha, NE and Council Bluffs, IA, HGM offers strong career growth opportunities in transportation construction inspection and civil infrastructure projects.
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