Construction Inspector: Rail Transit Expansion

ATLAS; City of New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life/Disability insurance

Safety program with PPE

Learning & Development

Belonging/employee groups

Flexibility

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to monitor and document construction activities on a major rail transit expansion project in the New York City metropolitan area.

You will work with the MTA Construction & Development team on a $1.8 billion design-build project, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements, and communicating progress through daily reports and coordination with contractors.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Technology/Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in construction inspection or construction management.
• NICET certification preferred, or minimum degree requirements as listed above.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document daily construction activities and project progress.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documents to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Track quantities, production rates, and completed work for payment and reporting purposes.
• Prepare daily reports and progress updates.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Monitor safety compliance and report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Verify that construction activities conform to plans, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Reading plans

Documentation

Coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in Construction/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Tech

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Construction Inspector: Rail Transit Expansion

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

This position monitors and documents construction activities on a major commuter rail infrastructure expansion project in the New York City metropolitan area. As a Senior Construction Inspector, you will provide inspection services to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Construction & Development project team and support all construction work operations on this $1.8 billion design-build project.

You will work closely with project stakeholders to verify that construction activities are performed in accordance with project plans, specifications, contract requirements, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile transit infrastructure project that will have a lasting impact on the region's transportation network

Core Responsibilities

• Monitor and document daily construction activities and project progress.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documents to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Track quantities, production rates, and completed work for payment and reporting purposes.
• Prepare daily reports and progress updates.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities
• Monitor safety compliance and report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Verify that construction activities conform to plans, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Associate’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Technology/Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in construction inspection or construction management
• Experience in heavy civil and/or transit projects preferred
• NICET certification preferred, or minimum degree requirements as listed above
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate daily reports documenting construction activities and tracking project progress
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction plans and specifications
• Coordinate with project stakeholders, including the MTA team, design-build contractors, and railroads
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively support project team objectives

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $65 to $75 per hour

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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