Help Build Arizona’s Transportation Infrastructure
Quality Testing, LLC (QT) is seeking experienced Bridge & Highway Construction Inspectors who currently hold both ACI and ATTI certifications to support highway, bridge, roadway, airport, and heavy-civil construction projects throughout Arizona.
Pay Range: $23.00–$45.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, approximately 40–50 hours per week
Starting pay will be based on relevant inspection experience, certifications, technical knowledge, and project qualifications.
Statewide travel may be required. A company vehicle and per diem are provided for eligible assignments.
About Quality Testing
Quality Testing, LLC (QT) is a trusted Arizona engineering consulting firm specializing in construction inspection, construction materials testing, and geotechnical engineering. Since 2000, we have partnered with public agencies, municipalities, engineering firms, contractors, and developers to help ensure Arizona’s transportation infrastructure is built safely, accurately, and in accordance with established quality standards.
Our transportation inspectors play an important role in delivering safe, reliable infrastructure that serves Arizona’s communities.
Projects May Include:
- Highways and roadways
- Bridges
- Airports
- Municipal infrastructure
- Utilities and drainage systems
- Transportation improvements
- Heavy-civil construction
- Public works projects
Why Join Quality Testing?
- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Company vehicle provided for eligible field assignments
- Per diem provided for eligible travel assignments
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-paid training and professional development
- Paid opportunities to obtain additional certifications
- Supportive team environment with experienced engineers and inspectors
- Opportunities to advance into Senior Inspector, Lead Inspector, and other transportation inspection or project-support roles
- Experience supporting major transportation and infrastructure projects throughout Arizona
What You’ll Do
As a Bridge & Highway Construction Inspector, you will help ensure transportation projects are completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with contract documents, project specifications, and applicable standards.
Responsibilities may include:
- Inspecting highway, bridge, roadway, airport, utility, drainage, and heavy-civil construction projects
- Observing and documenting daily construction activities
- Verifying that contractor work complies with approved plans, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards
- Inspecting earthwork, grading, subgrade preparation, aggregate base, concrete placement, asphalt paving, utilities, and drainage systems
- Inspecting ADA improvements, sidewalks, curb and gutter, retaining walls, and structural components
- Performing field inspections, materials verification, and quality-assurance observations throughout construction
- Performing or coordinating concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregate testing when required
- Monitoring construction progress, quantities, materials, and field operations
- Preparing detailed daily inspection reports, diaries, and supporting project documentation
- Identifying construction deficiencies and communicating concerns to appropriate project personnel
- Working collaboratively with contractors, engineers, project managers, and agency representatives to resolve field issues
- Attending project meetings and communicating inspection findings to project stakeholders
- Following all company, project, and client safety requirements
Required Experience and Qualifications
- Previous bridge, highway, roadway, transportation, heavy-civil, or directly related construction inspection experience
- Experience inspecting construction activities for compliance with approved plans, specifications, contracts, and applicable standards
- Experience inspecting or testing concrete, soil, asphalt, aggregate, reinforcing steel, structural components, or related construction materials
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, engineering drawings, project specifications, and contract documents
- Ability to prepare accurate and timely inspection reports, diaries, and field documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to communicate professionally with contractors, engineers, project managers, and agency representatives
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with the broader project team
- Ability to safely navigate active construction sites and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company standards
Required Certifications
Candidates must currently hold both of the following:
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I
- A current ATTI certification applicable to soils, asphalt, aggregates, or another relevant testing discipline
Applicants must provide the names and expiration dates of their current ACI and ATTI certifications during the application process.
Additional Preferred Qualifications and Certifications
- Experience supporting ADOT, municipal, county, airport, or federally funded transportation projects
- Bridge, highway, roadway, airport, utility, drainage, or public works inspection experience
- NICET certifications
- ICC certifications
- SWPPP certification
- ADOT inspection certifications
- ATSSA traffic-control certifications
- Additional transportation inspection or construction materials-testing certifications
Schedule and Travel Requirements
This is a full-time field position. Work schedules may vary based on project requirements and may include days, nights, weekends, overtime, or extended shifts.
Travel to project sites throughout Arizona is required. Some assignments may require overnight stays or extended travel depending on the project’s location and duration.
For eligible assignments, QT provides a company vehicle and per diem.
Build Your Career with QT
Every bridge, highway, roadway, and transportation project you inspect contributes to the safety and reliability of Arizona’s infrastructure.
At QT, you will join a team that values integrity, precision, teamwork, accountability, and professional growth. You will have the opportunity to apply your experience, expand your technical knowledge, earn additional certifications, and support projects that make a lasting difference in Arizona’s communities.
If you are an experienced Bridge & Highway Construction Inspector with current ACI and ATTI certifications, we encourage you to apply.
Join Quality Testing and help build Arizona’s future. Apply today!
This job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are responsible for the duties associated with their position and may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.
Quality Testing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Pay: $23.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have inspecting highway, bridge, roadway, or heavy-civil construction projects for compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements?
- Please describe the types of transportation construction projects you have inspected, such as highways, bridges, intersections, airports, municipal roadways, utilities, drainage systems, ADA ramps and sidewalks, or heavy-civil projects. Include your specific inspection responsibilities for each project type.
- Please list the agencies or organizations you have supported through your construction inspection work, such as ADOT, other state departments of transportation, county agencies, municipal or public works departments, or private developers.
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your ability to read and interpret construction plans, engineering drawings, and project specifications, with 10 representing the highest level of proficiency?
- Please list all active certifications you currently hold, including ACI, ATTI, ICC, NICET, ADOT, ATSSA, SWPPP, or OSHA certifications. Include the expiration date for each certification.
- Please describe your primary responsibilities on your most recent bridge or highway construction inspection project. Include the inspections you performed, documentation you completed, and how you communicated or resolved construction deficiencies.
- Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment background check as part of the hiring process? (Yes or no)
- This position requires travel throughout Arizona. Some assignments may require overnight stays or extended travel. A company vehicle and per diem are provided for eligible travel assignments. Are you willing and able to travel as required? (Yes or no)
- What is your expected hourly pay rate for this position? Please enter a specific hourly rate or hourly range. (Be Specific)
License/Certification:
- driver's license (Required)
- ACI Field Testing Grade I (Required)
- ATTI certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
