Entry Level Construction Inspector

Mannik Smith Group; Berlin (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

prescription

dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with employer m

educational assistance program

paid time off/parental leave

Job summary

Artheon is hiring an Entry Level Construction Inspector to support field inspections on highways, bridges, and airports in Berlin, NJ. The role requires interpreting plans, overseeing materials testing, and preparing reports, with daily on-site work and possible night shifts.

Fresh civil engineering grads are welcome; NJDOT/NJ Turnpike project exposure is a plus. Valid driver's license and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions are essential for success in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specs and tech docs.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in active construction environments.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on highways, bridges, airports, and transportation projects.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with plans, specs, safety and quality.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specs, and contract docs.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and project records; assist with Office Engineer duties.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, PMs, contractors, and client agencies.
• Support materials testing, QA, and project closeout documentation as required.
• On-site daily work with potential night shifts, overtime, and weekends.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Clear communication

Detail oriented

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OSHA 10 certification

NJACI certification

NJSAT certification

NICET Level I/II/III

TCC certification

CCTC certification

Job description

Entry Level Construction Inspector

Department: Construction/CEI

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Berlin, NJ

Compensation: $25.00 - $28.00 / hour

Description

About Artheon Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.

We are seeking fresh engineering graduates to support transportation and infrastructure construction projects across highways, bridges, and airports. The successful candidate will perform field inspection and office engineering duties, including interpreting construction plans and specifications, overseeing materials testing, reviewing documentation, and preparing reports. Experience with NJDOT or NJ Turnpike Authority projects is highly desirable.

This is an on-site position requiring daily field presence. The role involves outdoor work in varying conditions and flexibility to accommodate night shifts and occasional weekend assignments based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on highway, bridge, airport, and transportation infrastructure construction projects
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Prepare daily inspection reports, field documentation, and project recordsAssist with Office Engineer responsibilities, including reviewing construction documentation and coordinating project information
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, project managers, contractors, and client agencies
• Support materials testing, quality assurance, and project closeout documentation as required
• Work on-site daily, with availability for night shifts, overtime, and occasional weekends based on project schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and technical documents
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work outdoors in an active construction environment
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, overtime, and occasional weekends as project needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or up to two (2) years of experience supporting transportation, highway, bridge, airport, or heavy civil infrastructure projects
• Exposure to construction inspection, field engineering, materials testing, or office engineering
• OSHA 10 certification
• NJACI (New Jersey ACI Concrete Certification)
• NJSAT (New Jersey Subsurface Aggregate Technician)
• NICET Level I, II, or III certification
• Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) certification
• Certified Construction Technologist (CCTC) certification

Benefits

Pay Transparency: The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

• medical
• prescription
• dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• educational assistance program
• paid time off/parental leave