Construction Inspector

M&J Engineering; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and eye insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Maryland is seeking a Construction Inspector to monitor construction projects for the Maryland Department of Transportation. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in highway or bridge construction inspection along with relevant NICET and ACI certifications. In addition to daily inspections and reporting, this role emphasizes adherence to project plans and ensuring jobsite safety. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in highway or bridge construction inspection.
• NICET certification in Transportation Construction Inspection or Construction Materials Testing.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction activities for compliance.
• Prepare Daily Work Reports on contractor activities.
• Monitor traffic control and jobsite safety.
• Verify materials used on the project meet required specifications.
• Coordinate with materials testing personnel and verify test results.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic operations and jobsite safety.
• Report construction issues to the Senior Inspector or Resident Engineer.
• Maintain accurate field documentation for project records.

Skills

Highway construction inspection

Bridge construction inspection

Traffic control compliance

Field documentation

Education

NICET Level I or II certification

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I certification

Job description

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s affirmative action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our affirmative action plan.

M&J is seeking Construction Inspectors to perform daily field inspections on Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) highway and bridge projects, ensuring work meets plans/specs, quantities and materials are verified, and traffic control and jobsite safety are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Monitor contractor operations including earthwork, drainage, paving, structures, traffic control devices, and utilities.
• Prepare Daily Work Reports documenting contractor activities and installed quantities.
• Verify materials used on the project meet required specifications.
• Coordinate with materials testing personnel and verify test results.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic operations and jobsite safety.
• Report construction issues to the Senior Inspector or Resident Engineer.
• Maintain accurate field documentation for project records.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–7 years of experience in highway or bridge construction inspection.
• NICET Level I or II certification in Transportation Construction Inspection or Construction Materials Testing.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I certification.

Preferred

• Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Certification.
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) certification.
• Mid‑Atlantic transportation construction inspection certification (MATCI or equivalent).
• Experience with materials testing and field density testing.

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee‑owned, professional firm. To all full‑time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.