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District 08-UNIT 208 Alexandria, LA
Job Number: 08/163342/CI14/09.08.26-JC
District Recruitment for Rapides Parish:
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.
Help ensure Louisiana’s road and bridge projects are built safely, accurately, and in accordance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements. Construction Inspectors support DOTD Project Engineers and higher-level inspectors by performing field inspections, materials observation, and construction documentation on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects.
No prior construction inspection experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Construction Inspector job series.
This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve traffic exposure, varying weather conditions, extended workdays, night work, or changing schedules based on construction needs.
Positions are located in Rapides, District 08/Unit 208 and report to Construction Inspector Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.
Job Duties:
Depending on level and assignment, Construction Inspectors may:
- Assist with inspection of roadway, bridge, drainage, and related construction activities;
- Review and document material deliveries and quantities (including haul tickets and load tickets);
- Perform measurements, field checks, and routine tests under supervision;
- Observe contractor work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions;
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including field notes, diaries, test reports, and estimates;
- Enter construction project data into required systems (e.g., Site Manager or other DOTD applications);
- Participate in required training and structured certification programs;
- Support public interaction and coordination during construction activities, as needed;
- Assist with emergency or disaster response activities when required.
Position-Specific Details:
Compensation:
Construction Inspector 1 – $31,158.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 2 – $35,672.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 3 – $40,830.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 4 – $46,738.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.
Career Progression: Vacancies may be filled as Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4 based on qualifications and agency needs.
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Steve Buskie
Project Engineer
318-487-5717
Steve.Buskie@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
About this Job
District 08-UNIT 208 Alexandria, LA
Job Number: 08/163342/CI14/09.08.26-JC
District Recruitment for Rapides Parish:
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.
Help ensure Louisiana’s road and bridge projects are built safely, accurately, and in accordance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements. Construction Inspectors support DOTD Project Engineers and higher-level inspectors by performing field inspections, materials observation, and construction documentation on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects.
No prior construction inspection experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Construction Inspector job series.
This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve traffic exposure, varying weather conditions, extended workdays, night work, or changing schedules based on construction needs.
Positions are located in Rapides, District 08/Unit 208 and report to Construction Inspector Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.
Job Duties:
Depending on level and assignment, Construction Inspectors may:
- Assist with inspection of roadway, bridge, drainage, and related construction activities;
- Review and document material deliveries and quantities (including haul tickets and load tickets);
- Perform measurements, field checks, and routine tests under supervision;
- Observe contractor work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions;
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including field notes, diaries, test reports, and estimates;
- Enter construction project data into required systems (e.g., Site Manager or other DOTD applications);
- Participate in required training and structured certification programs;
- Support public interaction and coordination during construction activities, as needed;
- Assist with emergency or disaster response activities when required.
Position-Specific Details:
Compensation:
Construction Inspector 1 – $31,158.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 2 – $35,672.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 3 – $40,830.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Construction Inspector 4 – $46,738.00 Annual + premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked
Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.
Career Progression: Vacancies may be filled as Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4 based on qualifications and agency needs.
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Steve Buskie
Project Engineer
318-487-5717
Steve.Buskie@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Construction Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to construction management duties. A civil engineering or architecture degree typically qualifies, but a general business degree often doesn't. Check the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm accepted degree categories before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Assistant Construction Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code. Past LCA filings show a company has sponsored H-1B workers in construction management, not just general administrative roles.
Request H-1B filing before your OPT expires
H-1B petitions must be filed with enough lead time for the October 1 start date. If your OPT authorization expires before then, confirm with your employer whether cap-gap protection applies and whether they'll file in the spring lottery window.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Run your offer against the OFLC Wage Search to see which wage level applies. Level I and II cover entry-level assistant roles in most markets.
Document jobsite management experience specifically
H-1B petitions for construction roles face RFEs when the duties look supervisory rather than professional. Emphasize tasks requiring specialized judgment, such as reading structural drawings, coordinating subcontractor schedules, or managing submittals, not general oversight language.
Clarify multi-site assignments with your employer
USCIS scrutinizes Assistant Construction Manager petitions when work occurs across multiple jobsites. Each site may require a separate LCA posting. Ask your employer whether they'll file an itinerary or use a metro-area LCA before the H-1B petition is submitted.
H-1B Visa Assistant Construction Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Construction Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally demand a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience in place of a degree are more likely to receive a Request for Evidence. The job description needs to reflect duties that genuinely require theoretical and practical application of a specialized body of knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Construction Manager positions?
General contractors, construction management firms, and large real estate developers are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Engineering and infrastructure companies with dedicated project management divisions also file regularly. You can search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for construction management occupations, which is a stronger signal of active sponsorship than general job postings alone.
Can my employer file an H-1B for me if I'll be working across multiple construction sites?
Yes, but multi-site assignments add complexity. DOL requires your employer to post LCA notices at each worksite, and USCIS may request a detailed itinerary showing where and when you'll work. Some employers use a metro-area LCA to cover nearby sites within a commuting zone. You should clarify this process with your employer's immigration counsel before the petition is prepared, as missing a posting requirement can jeopardize the LCA certification.
What happens to my H-1B status if my construction project ends before my visa expires?
If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer under portability rules, as long as the new petition is filed while your current status is still valid. Construction project timelines don't affect your visa validity itself, but your status is tied to the employment relationship.
Does the prevailing wage requirement differ for Assistant Construction Manager roles in different cities?
Yes, significantly. DOL sets prevailing wages by occupation code and geographic area, so an Assistant Construction Manager in New York City faces a different wage floor than the same role in Raleigh or Phoenix. Your employer determines the correct wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before certifying the LCA. Wage Level I covers entry-level duties, while Level II applies if your role involves more independent judgment or complexity within the specialty.