Chief Inspector

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 83,506 - 111,341; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (16 days)

Paid Holidays (9 days)

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Chief Inspector for its Transportation Northeast department located in Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate will oversee and inspect construction activities ensuring compliance with contract specifications and regulations.

Required qualifications include a Professional Engineering License and extensive experience in construction engineering and inspection. The compensation range for this position is between $83,506.00 and $111,341.00, with a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, along with 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and inspect construction activities related to various projects.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Identify and document nonconforming work.

Skills

Construction engineering and inspection

CTDOT CEI processes

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Professional Engineering License or similar certification

Tools

COMPASS

AASHTOWare Project

Job description

STV is seeking a Chief Inspector for our Transportation Northeast department in Hartford, CT

Responsibilities

• Oversee and inspect construction activities related to highway/bridges, facilities/buildings, or rail/transit projects.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory requirements by reviewing and verifying contractor submissions.
• Identify and document nonconforming work and ensure timely corrective action.
• Oversee and manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, daily reports, and change orders.
• Assist in coordinating project schedules, tracking progress, and maintaining accurate records of construction activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and assign work to inspectors and field technicians to ensure proper coverage and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and agency representatives, to facilitate project success.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations regarding construction issues.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 5 years of experience or NICET Level 4 with 10 years of experience in construction engineering and inspection. Experience on transportation infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of CTDOT CEI processes, contract administration, and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• Ability to perform complex quantity and engineering calculations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work on‑site as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of COMPASS and AASHTOWare Project.
• NETTCP – Concrete Inspector, ACI – Concrete Certification, NETTCP – HMA Paving Inspector, NACE, AMP, or BCI – Coating Inspector, and ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor certifications.
• Professional Engineer License.

Compensation Range: $83,506.00 - $111,341.00

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships