Field Inspector - Assistant to Resident Engineer (Civil Engineer I)

Position Summary

Incumbents of this role  prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relation to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/or maintenance work; and perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, building and facilities all in accordance with  sound engineering principles, applicable laws and regulations and standards. The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, building and facilities in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects and monitors construction field operations for conformance with MassDOT policies and procedures.

• Inspects and monitors contractor operations.

• Samples and tests materials are in conformance with MassDOT RMS procedures.

• Monitors construction activities and recommend revisions to procedures, methods and materials when necessary to resolve construction related issues.

• Monitor utility contractors’ progress for conformance with Force Account work and schedule impacts.

• Enforces Contractor compliance with all applicable safety standards.

• Enforces Contractor compliance with environmental standards and permit requirements.

• Enforces Contractor compliance with Plans, Specifications and Standards.

• Monitors temporary traffic control setups and takes appropriate action to eliminate travel delays.

• Documents construction progress by following MassDOT project recordkeeping policies and procedures as directed by the Resident Engineer.

• Prepares and/or provides information for Bi-weekly pay estimates (CQE’s).

• Prepares and/or provides information for B&E Estimates at 50% and 75% or as needed.

• Prepares and/or provides information for the project diary for completion by 9am for the preceding day.

• Maintains project records relative to quantity documentation (QCL, CalcBook).

• Maintain the RMS-360 in close consultation with the District Materials Engineer.

• Prepares Daily Reports and Pay Slips accurately and in a timely manner.

• Monitors QCL items for required sketches and summary sheets.

• Assists in review of Baseline Schedules and Monthly Updates.

• Enters Traffic information into the Work Zone Manager Tool (WZM).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in various civil engineering software (AutoCAD, GIS, excel, etc).

• Ability to work/interact in a diverse workforce.

• Strong math skills.

• Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals.

Unit E Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at