Construction Inspector - DOT Ohio

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber

vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing

United States, Ohio, Toledo

Aug 05, 2026

Position:
Construction Inspector - DOT Ohio

Location:

Toledo, OH

Job Id:
2397

# of Openings:
1

Construction Inspector - Ohio DOT

Location: Regional Ohio offices

Employment Type: Full-Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Construction Inspector to help us keep building.

Working with our Civil Field team, you will inspect and ensure projects comply with regulations, project plans, and client specifications.

What You'll Do

Perform field observation and documentation of contractor activities for compliance with contract requirements.
Prepare thorough Daily Work Reports (DWRs) detailing work status, item postings, materials associations, and jobsite conditions.
Complete and submit required calculations, sketches, and forms per ODOT specifications.
Verify construction adherence to contract requirements and communicate non-compliance issues to senior staff.
Assist with Requests for Information and serve as liaison between contractors and senior technicians/engineers.
Collaborate with project teams, including engineers, technicians, survey staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
Work closely with senior technicians and engineers to ensure proper execution of project designs.

What We're Looking For

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Concrete Technology, or equivalent experience.
Completion of ODOT Certified Technician program or a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering.
2+ years of related experience in construction inspection.
Familiarity with ODOT construction specifications and field experience.
Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction inspection/testing.
Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Highway Construction Inspection, ICC Special Inspections, CWI/NDT.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and digital inspection platforms (AASHTOWare, Appia) is a plus.
Experience with survey equipment including GPS or Arrow Systems is a plus.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Wellness reimbursement and activities
Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you. Candidates for this position can reside in the Toledo, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton OH markets.

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