Transportation Inspector (All Levels)

At B.A. McCurry Engineering, we are more than just a workplace, we are a family dedicated to building connections that support and uplift one another. We take pride in creating an environment where our team feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow. With competitive benefits, opportunities for personal and professional development, and a culture rooted in collaboration, we are here to help each other succeed. If you are looking for a place where you are more than just an employee and your work truly matters, we would be honored to welcome you into our family.

Maintenance and Construction Projects
Burnsville, NC, USA | Full-Time Position

At B.A. McCurry Engineering, we are looking for motivated and skilled individuals to join our Engineering Inspection team as Transportation Inspectors (all levels, from Tech I to Level IV). This role is based in Division 13 (Buncombe, Madison, Yancey, Mitchell, Burke, McDowell, or Rutherford Counties) and focuses on supporting highway maintenance and construction projects across western North Carolina.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, medical and dependent care FSAs
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Vacation and Sick Leave

Responsibilities:

• Inspect roadways and structures under maintenance or construction.
• Conduct materials sampling, testing, and record-keeping to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Monitor contractor activities, prepare daily project logs, and draft monthly project estimates.
• Perform field measurements of completed work and calculate pay quantities.
• Interpret roadway and structure plans and specifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, with the ability to apply formulas.
• Proficiency in Android or iOS use, Microsoft Office, and file-sharing platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and walk over rough terrain.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort working in confined spaces, heights, and challenging environments.

Experience Levels:

• Trainees: Entry-level candidates with a willingness to learn.
• Level II: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Can perform duties independently and access reference materials for inspection requirements.
• Level III: Minimum of 5 years of experience. Works independently and interprets complex inspection needs.
• Level IV: Minimum of 7 years of experience. Leads project oversight, supervises lower-level technicians, and ensures communication with contractors and NCDOT.

Preferred Certifications (Training Available):

• NCDOT Concrete
• NCDOT QMS Roadway
• NCDOT Conventional Density
• NCDOT ABC and Borrow Pit Sampling
• NCDOT Level II Erosion & Sediment Control

At B.A. McCurry Engineering, we’re focused on building a team where every individual matters. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions are valued and you’re more than just a number, we’d love to hear from you.