Construction Inspector (Observer)

Remington & Vernick Engineers; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in King of Prussia seeks an Inspector to oversee construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in construction documentation. This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $55,000 - $82,500 and includes a robust benefits package such as medical insurance, paid parental leave, and professional development support. Join our dynamic team focused on integrity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in construction observation or a related discipline.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Ability to understand and deal with construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform field construction inspection for various projects.
• Document daily construction activities and measurements.
• Enforce local municipality specifications and procedures.

Skills

Construction observation

Communication skills

Mathematics

Quality control testing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

5+ years construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inspector is a professional with 3 5-10 years of experience. This individual must be proficient in the use of PennDOT’s ECMS and CDS/NextGen system. Candidate must be a strong leader with the ability to manage and mentor subordinate staff. Candidate must also have a strong background in dealing with construction site contractors and the ability to enforce local municipality specifications and procedures.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently.
• Ability to perform basic math skills including geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to understand construction plans, specifications, schedules, and procedures is required.
• Documentation of daily construction activities, which includes the measurement and calculation of pay quantities is required.
• Must be able demonstrate the ability to perform quality control testing on highway and bridge materials.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Perform field construction inspection and documentation services on various; municipal; county; PennDOT or PTC; and/or heavy highway and bridge projects.
• Must have the ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Candidate must be physically able to perform moderately strenuous tasks; which includes walking along rough terrain, climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Position may require overnight travel. Position is subject to seasonal layoff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of construction observation or construction experience directly related to one of the following disciplines: water supply and distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection and water / wastewater treatment systems, and roadway construction.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have computer literacy in Microsoft Office and Microsoft outlook.

Certifications/Licenses Required

• Valid Driver’s License
• NICET Certification a plus
• NECEPT Certification is a plus
• Work Zone Safety

Additional Certifications at Discretion of Department Head

• NICET – Highway Construction
• ACI - Field Technician Certification
• NECEPT
• New Jersey Society of Asphalt Technicians - Field Testing
• OSHA - 10/30

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervision responsibilities.

The annual base salary range for this full-time position in the United States is $55,000 - $82,500. This range represents a good faith estimate and is based on factors such as the role, level, and geographic location. The range shown reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for this position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors including skills, experience, education, and training.

In addition to base salary, Remington & Vernick Engineers offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents
• Supplemental bonding leave for non-birthing parents in states that do not offer a paid family leave program
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support for professional development and credentialing

This position is subject to a background check, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. Employment is also contingent upon verification of eligibility to work in the United States.

At Remington & Vernick Engineers, our compensation and benefits philosophy reflects our core values - Drive, Integrity, Initiative, Respect, and Service. We celebrate achievement, encourage personal and professional growth, and believe that enjoying your work and building strong relationships with your team and clients are key to long-term success. We foster a high-performance environment that thrives on camaraderie, collaboration, and shared wins.