Construction Inspectors

Ramboll; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll is seeking a Construction Inspector to join their Water US, Construction Management Division in New York. Your role will involve overseeing and inspecting construction projects to ensure they meet specified plans and standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a strong understanding of construction processes. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development within an inclusive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Investment in your development

Guided by Leadership Principles

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Knowledge of requirements and specifications of construction projects essential.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in the construction field.

Responsibilities

• Inspect projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Maintain field notes and daily reports for project progress.
• Assist less experienced staff and supervise them during tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of construction projects

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Company Description

Construction Inspector

Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where each day brings new challenges and opportunities? Are you looking for a rewarding career where your expertise in construction inspection makes a real difference? Are you ready to play a crucial role in inspecting and overseeing the success of construction projects?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Water US, Construction Management Division as our new Construction Inspector and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Construction Inspector, you will provide clerical and administrative support to various members of the project. You may be required to report to various construction sites to assist senior staff members with day-to-day construction related functions. In addition, perform inspection oversight on construction projects of various complexity.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Inspecting and observing that a construction project, or aspect of a construction project, is constructed in accordance with plans and specifications provided for the project.
• Identifying unforeseen conditions and communicates such to the attention of senior supervising construction staff.
• Maintaining accurate field notes, daily reports, and tracking schedule progress for the project.
• Performing basic estimating.
• Acquiring field information to aid in project design.
• Providing supervision to less experienced staff.

Your new team

You will be part of the Water US, Construction Management Division with a focus on supporting the delivery of Ramboll’s municipal water construction projects. This position can support work in 2 of our major areas: Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast.

In addition, there are 3 levels of Construction Inspectors, based on experience and qualifications.

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

• High School diploma.
• Knowledgeable with the pertinent information of a construction project, or aspect of a construction project, including but not limited to the plans, specifications, right of way restrictions, permits, test procedures, shop drawings, submittals, and utilities.
• A strong desire to increase construction knowledge and ability through training in related field.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and project management software
• Work effectively in teams.

Additional skills, certifications, and qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:

• Special Inspection Certifications.
• Municipal of State Agency experience.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of general safety requirements.
• Competency in one or more of the following: concrete, structural steel, piping, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, etc.

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Ramboll in the Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices in the Americas, delivering innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.