Construction Inspector

Lochmueller Group; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work/Life Balance

Wealth-Building

Professional Benefits

Job summary

Lochmueller Group is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector for part-time, as-needed support across transportation and infrastructure projects in the region. The role emphasizes field work, safety, and compliance with plans and standards, with flexible workload tied to project schedules.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on inspection, materials testing, and construction oversight experience, plus knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• High School diploma; civil engineering degree preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal construction regulations.
• Proficiency in inspection and surveying practices.
• Understanding of material quality requirements.
• Strong math background including trigonometry and geometry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Experience documenting and analyzing test results.
• Proficiency with testing, surveying, and inspection equipment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all phases of construction and work with contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build relationships with project owners and inform them of significant issues.
• Oversee junior inspectors when applicable.
• Inspect roads, bridges, sewers, and related infrastructure for compliance with plans.
• Perform concrete testing (yield, air, slump) and tests on aggregates/soils/asphalt samples.
• Conduct level circuits for as-built plans, settlement monitoring, elevation verification.
• Compute cross sections and maintain inspection records.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Collect and analyze test data; maintain documentation.
• Assist with job control tests and ensure testing procedures stay current.
• Mentor junior inspectors; perform other duties as required.

Skills

Field inspection

Materials testing

Construction oversight

Regulatory compliance

Surveying

Test data analysis

Reading plans

Documentation

Communication

Equipment proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Civil engineering degree preferred

Tools

Testing equipment

Surveying equipment

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Construction Inspector to support a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects throughout the region. This is a part-time, as-needed opportunity that offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects within your local communities. Workload will naturally ebb and flow based on project schedules and seasonal construction activity.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in field inspection, materials testing, and construction oversight, along with a strong understanding of industry standards and state and federal regulations. This role is well‑suited for someone who enjoys working in the field, collaborating with contractors and project owners, and ensuring construction is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with standards. It’s an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure improvements while working in a collaborative environment.

Lochmueller Group is a multi-state engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our Roadway/Highway Design team is involved in a wide variety of street, roadway, highway and multi-modal transportation design projects for local public agencies and state DOT’s.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:

CARDIA: C reativity; A ccountability; R espect; D edication; I ntegrity; A chievement

Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee‑owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service as we make a difference in our communities.

In this position, the candidate will:

• Monitor all phases of construction and work closely with contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong working relationships with project owners and keep them informed of significant project issues.
• May oversee and provide guidance to other construction inspectors assigned to the project (when applicable).
• Inspect construction work on roads, bridges, culverts, structures, waterlines, sanitary sewers, and other infrastructure to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform concrete testing (yield, air, slump), beam and cylinder tests, compaction and moisture testing of aggregates and soils, and sampling of asphalt at plants, quarries, and job sites.
• Conduct level circuits for as built plans, settlement monitoring, and elevation verification; compute cross sections using level and rod.
• Perform quantity calculations and maintain accurate records of inspection activities.
• Read and interpret construction plans, schematics, and specifications.
• Collect, code, analyze, and maintain test data and inspection documentation.
• Assist with job control tests and review specifications and policies to ensure testing procedures remain current.
• Provide mentorship to junior inspectors when assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience. High School diploma required with a degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or construction management preferred. (Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.)
• Strong technical decision making skills and ability to apply regulations and standards to ensure compliance.
• Familiarity with state and federal construction regulations for roads, bridges, sewers, and related infrastructure.
• Proficiency in inspection and surveying practices.
• Thorough understanding of construction material quality requirements.
• Strong mathematics background, including trigonometry and geometry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Skilled in documenting and analyzing test results.
• Proficiency with testing, surveying, and inspection equipment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Work Environment & Expectations:

• Work is primarily performed outdoors at project sites in all weather conditions.
• Physical activity may include lifting, carrying, walking, digging, and use of hand tools.
• Must pass all required inspection, sampling, and certification tests.
• Reliable transportation and an appropriate personal vehicle are required for travel to project sites.
• Occasional office work may involve prolonged sitting or standing, computer use, and document review.
• Receives close supervision on unusual or complex issues; general review is provided for overall work quality and compliance.
• Expected to complete assignments on time with oversight from project supervisors and managers.
• Frequent interaction with contractors, project owners, material producers, and internal staff to exchange information and coordinate work.

What We Offer:

• Health & Wellness (medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance)
• Work/Life Balance (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling opportunities)
• Wealth-Building (401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package)
• Professional Benefits (professional membership dues, career & educational development)

$30 - $45 an hour

The stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted in accordance with the qualifications and professional experience of the successful candidate.

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.