Construction Inspector

Biogensys; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Biogensys is seeking a Construction Inspector for full-time field oversight in Elizabeth, NJ. The role covers work at North Elizabeth, Edison, Summit, and East Orange Stations with daily inspection, reporting, and coordination of contractor activities.

Responsibilities include verifying manpower and quantities, witnessing tests, and ensuring safety and quality per drawings. Requires 5+ years in railroad/public infrastructure inspection, OSHA 30, and flexibility to travel between four NJ Transit

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on railroad, transit, station, or public infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, safety requirements, quality control, and field documentation.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, construction management staff, NJ TRANSIT departments, and Rail Operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections; prepare detailed daily reports and photo documentation.
• Complete and submit a daily field report at end of each shift for NJ TRANSIT and AMTRAK as required.
• Verify contractor manpower, equipment, materials, and quantities.
• Monitor work progress and quality.
• Identify and document deficiencies and potential issues.
• Review work against approved drawings and specifications.
• Witness testing and inspections as required.
• Assist with quantity verification and payment documentation; participate in field meetings.
• Monitor safety and railroad protection requirements; report significant concerns to the construction manager.
• Provide coverage at all four station locations as directed.

Skills

NJ TRANSIT experience

Railroad construction

OSHA 30

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

We are hiring a Construction Inspector for one of our clients in Elizabeth, NJ.

Job Description

Provide full-time field inspection and construction oversight for work at North Elizabeth, Edison, Summit, and East Orange Stations. Monitor contractor activities for compliance with contract drawings, specifications, approved work plans, safety requirements, schedule, and quality standards. Coordinate daily field activities with the Construction Program Manager, Construction Manager/RE, contractor, NJ TRANSIT departments, and other project stakeholders.

• Perform daily field inspections; prepare detailed daily reports and photo documentation;


• Complete and submit a daily field report at the end of each shift for both NJ transit and AMTRAK, as required;


• Verify contractor manpower, equipment, materials, and quantities;


• Monitor work progress and quality;


• Identify and document deficiencies and potential issues;


• Review work against approved drawings and specifications;


• Witness testing and inspections as required;


• Assist with quantity verification and payment documentation; participate in field meetings and coordination activities;


• Monitor safety and railroad protection requirements; immediately report


• Significant safety, quality, schedule, or constructability concerns to the construction manager;


• And provide coverage at all four station locations as directed.

Skills Required

• Previous NJ TRANSIT or railroad construction experience preferred. Experience with station rehabilitation, structural steel/stairs, concrete, roofing, architectural work, and general civil construction.


• Familiarity with SSSWP, PTE, railroad access requirements, and work performed adjacent to active railroad operations.


• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between multiple NJ TRANSIT station locations.


• Ability to obtain and maintain required NJ TRANSIT Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) / Roadway Worker Safety (RWS) training, NJ TRANSIT Contractor Safety Training, and any other applicable railroad and track safety qualifications required for access to NJ TRANSIT properties and right-of-way.

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on railroad, transit, station, or other public infrastructure projects.


• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, safety requirements, quality control, and field documentation.


• Ability to coordinate with contractors, construction management staff, NJ TRANSIT departments, and Rail Operations.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education Required

• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent.

Shift Availability

• 7:00 am to 3:30 pm


• Lunch period (Unpaid): 30 Minutes


• Dress Code: PPE- Hard hat, safety boots, high vis, etc..

Additional Information

Position will be fully onsite with travel between the 4 locations below

• Elizabeth, NJ 07208


• Edison, NJ 08817


• Summit, NJ 07901


• East Orange, NJ 07108

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