Construction Inspector

Pennoni; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a Construction Inspector in Princeton, NJ for a full-time, field-based role. You will serve as the Engineer’s on-site representative, monitor construction activities, verify measurements, and maintain daily inspection documentation to support project quality and compliance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, with 0–3 years in construction inspection. Travel to project sites will be required, and prior use of ACC Build is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate or degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Prior experience with AutoCAD, iOS-based construction apps, or ACC Build is advantageous.
• 0–3 years of relevant construction observation or inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Engineer’s on-site representative and liaison to the contractor.
• Observe all on-site construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and codes.
• Verify field measurements and quantities, document daily quantities, materials, and resource usage.
• Maintain accurate and detailed daily inspection reports, including notes on progress, issues, non-conformance, and weather conditions.
• Record and report field data daily.
• Identify and communicate construction issues to the project engineer and/or manager.
• Use ACC Build or similar platforms for digital field documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Independence in fieldwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Construction Management/Engineering degree or certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

ACC Build

iOS construction apps

Job description

Construction Inspector

We are hiring for a Construction Inspector to join our team on a full-time, direct basis in the Princeton, NJ area. This is a full-time, field-based position that will support ongoing and upcoming construction projects by providing quality assurance and documentation throughout all phases of construction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the Engineer’s on-site representative and liaison to the contractor.
• Observe all on-site construction activities to ensure compliance with engineering plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Verify field measurements and quantities, document daily quantities, materials, and resource usage.
• Maintain accurate and detailed daily inspection reports, including notes on progress, issues, non‑conformance, and weather conditions.
• Record and report field data daily.
• Identify and communicate construction issues to the project engineer and/or manager.
• Use ACC Build or similar platforms for digital field documentation.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirement

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to project sites.
• Ability to work in a full-time, field-based role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate or degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Prior experience with AutoCAD, iOS-based construction apps, or ACC Build is advantageous.
• 0–3 years of relevant construction observation or inspection experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in the field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Target Salary Range: $55K - $70k (per year)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled