Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Construction Inspector

Construction ManagementUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeMonroe, MI, USA$27 - $40 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

Three to ten years of construction inspection experience.
Experience with roadway, bridge, municipal, and utility construction.
Familiarity with Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) specifications, procedures, and documentation standards.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and project manuals.
Strong communication, organizational, writing, and documentation skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.
Ability to work in outdoor environments and on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.
Monitor contractor operations, safety practices, work quality, and materials placement.
Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods such as FieldManager/FieldBook, AASHTOWare, or similar tools.
Conduct measurements, verify quantities and materials, and assist with pay item documentation.
Observe and document testing of materials, including concrete, soils, and asphalt, performed by certified technicians.
Communicate with contractors, clients, and internal staff regarding project progress and issues.
Assist with change documentation, field sketches, as-built recordkeeping, and punch lists.
Support project engineers and project managers with field data, photos, reports, and progress updates.
Ensure compliance with MDOT, local agency, and project-specific requirements.
Attend progress meetings as needed.

Desired Qualifications

MDOT FieldManager/FieldBook or AASHTOWare training.
MDOT Construction & Technology courses.
MDOT Density Technician certification.
Michigan Concrete Field Testing—MCA Level 1 certification.
MDOT Bituminous (Asphalt) Paving Inspection certification.
MDOT Aggregate Technician certification.
MDOT Material Acceptance certification.
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I certification.
NICET Transportation/Highway Construction Inspection Level II or higher certification.
MDEQ (EGLE) Part 91 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control (SESC)—Construction Stormwater Inspector certification.
OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Safety training.
Certified Stormwater Operator (CSWO) certification.
Michigan Certified Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) QA/QC Technician certification.
Work Zone Safety (ATSSA Traffic Control Technician) certification.
Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training, if applicable.
Proficiency with AASHTOWare, FieldManager, e-Construction tools, or similar documentation platforms.
Ability to resolve field issues proactively and work independently.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Construction Inspector to assist with our projects in (location)!

Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.
Monitor contractor operations, safety practices, work quality, and materials placement.
Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods (FieldManager/FieldBook, AASHTOWare,or similar).
Conduct measurements, verify quantities, verify materials, and assist with pay item documentation.
Observe and document testing of materials (e.g., concrete, soils, asphalt) performed by certified technicians.
Communicate effectively with contractors, clients, and internal MSG staff regarding project progress and issues.
Assist with change documentation, field sketches, as-built recordkeeping, and punch lists.
Support project engineers and project managers with field data, photos, reports, and progress updates.
Ensure compliance with MDOT, local agency, and project-specific requirements.
Attend progress meetings as needed.

3–10 years of construction inspection experience.
Experience with roadway, bridge, municipal, and utility construction.
Familiarity with MDOT specifications, procedures, and documentation standards.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and project manuals.
Strong communication, organizational, writing, and documentation skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.
Ability to work in outdoor environments and on active construction sites.

Preferred Certifications (Common for AEC/Transportation Construction Inspection)
Candidates are not required to possess all of these, but the more the better—especially for MDOT work.

MDOT-Specific Certifications

MDOT FieldManager / FieldBook, ASHTOWare Training
MDOT Construction & Technology (C&T) Courses
MDOT Density Technician
Michigan Concrete Field Testing – MCA Level 1
MDOT Bituminous (Asphalt) Paving Inspection
MDOT Aggregate Technician
MDOT Material Acceptance

Industry Certifications

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
NICET Transportation/Highway Construction Inspection (Level II or higher)
MDEQ (EGLE) Part 91 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control (SESC) – Construction Stormwater Inspector
OSHA 10‑Hour or OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety
Certified Stormwater Operator (CSWO)
Michigan Certified Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) QA/QC Technician
Work Zone Safety (ATSSA Traffic Control Technician preferred)
Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training (if applicable)

Other Prefered Certifications

Proficiency with AASHTOWare, FieldManager, e‑Construction tools, or similar documentation platforms.
Ability to resolve field issues proactively and work independently.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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