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# Transportation Construction Inspector at Foth

- **Company:** Foth
- **Location:** Myrtle Beach, SC
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/foth/8819825d-e870-4eab-b353-60db65ca2c5b

## Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Foth is currently seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to support SCDOT transportation infrastructure projects in the Myrtle Beach/Florence area. This role will include field inspection, construction documentation, materials testing, and coordination with project teams to help ensure projects are completed in alignment with plans, contract requirements, and quality standards. This is a strong opportunity for an inspector who enjoys hands-on field work, technical problem-solving, and contributing to meaningful transportation improvements across eastern South Carolina.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Observe and document daily construction activities for transportation infrastructure projects
- Inspect roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, pedestrian facility, asphalt paving, resurfacing, and safety improvement work
- Verify construction work complies with project plans, specifications, contract requirements, safety requirements, and quality standards
- Sample and test construction materials, as required
- Measure quantities and maintain accurate project records
- Review contractor submittals and report non-compliance issues
- Complete daily inspection reports and project documentation
- Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to support successful project delivery

Required Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of transportation construction inspection experience
- Experience inspecting roadway, bridge, asphalt, concrete, drainage, utility, pedestrian facility, or earthwork construction activities
- Ability to work in field environments and support project needs in the Florence/Myrtle Beach, SC area
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong math, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

- Associate degree in engineering technology or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
- SCDOT inspection experience
- Current DOT or SCDOT certifications
- South Carolina certifications such as Concrete Technician, Asphalt Roadway Technician, Earthwork & Base Technician, Foundations Certification, or Nuclear Gauge Safety Certification

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.  Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance.  Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth, Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.

## About Foth

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Foth is a member-owned engineering and science consulting firm providing custom solutions across industries including aviation, infrastructure, environment, and production.
- **Entity Type**: Private (member-owned)
- **Headquarters**: De Pere, Wisconsin, United States (also referenced as Green Bay, WI)
- **Founded**: 1938
- **Founders**: Herbert S. Foth

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Engineering services (civil, environmental, process, mechanical, aviation, coastal/waterfront, geospatial, mining, solid waste, transportation, water/wastewater, food production, etc.)
- **Target customers**: B2B – industrial, municipal, and government clients across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico
- **Mission/purpose**: “Combine unparalleled passion and expertise in science, engineering, and technology to help our clients win and grow.”

## Products & Services
- **Environment Solutions**: Environmental consulting, remediation, solid waste management, geospatial services.
- **Infrastructure Solutions**: Aviation, transportation, coastal/waterfront, water/wastewater engineering.
- **Production Solutions**: Process engineering for food, dairy, beverage, paper/pulp, consumer products, and engineering-led design-build.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (private, member-owned)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of ~$250M (sourced from LinkedIn)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Deloitte Distinguished Performer—Innovation Award (2022); Deloitte Wisconsin 75 (2022)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount ~617 (LinkedIn) or 750+ (company site); 4.1% YoY employee growth; 33+ locations; recent acquisitions (Food Plant Engineering, LLC and Food Plant Construction, LLC in 2025); expansion into Mexico and Canada (2025); new office in Jacksonville, FL (2024)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Member-owned structure** – employees have a stake in the company’s success and growth.
- **Deep expertise** across multiple engineering disciplines with 80+ years of history.
- **Reinvestment in talent** – $6M+ annually in professional development, training, and certifications.
- **Safety record** – multiple years without a lost time or restricted duty incident (DART).
- **Interdisciplinary collaboration** – three business units working together on complex, multi-faceted projects.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue geographic expansion (southeast U.S., Mexico, Canada).
- Broaden capabilities via targeted acquisitions (e.g., food plant architecture/engineering).
- Leverage AI in recruiting/hiring processes while maintaining human decision-making.
- Invest in member development and maintain strong safety culture.

## Why Work Here
- **Member-owned culture** – employees are “members” with ownership stake; profit-sharing/incentives.
- **Flexibility** – hybrid/remote options available; flexible schedules.
- **Professional development** – $6M+ annual training budget; conferences, certifications, tuition support.
- **Benefits** – medical, dental, vision, PTO, volunteer time off, wellness incentives, retirement, legal/investment advisory services.
- **Work environment** – sit-to-stand desks, 3D design tools, community service events, member celebrations.
- **Safety focus** – rigorous health and safety practices embedded in all projects.
- **Diversity & inclusion** – equal opportunity employer, accommodations for disabilities.

## Sources
1. [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/fothcompanies)
2. [Foth Careers (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/foth)
3. [Foth Careers Page](https://www.foth.com/about-us/careers/)
4. [Foth About Us](https://www.foth.com/about-us/)
5. [Foth History](https://www.foth.com/about-us/our-history/)

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