Entry-Level Field Inspector: Transportation Projects

CME Associates; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Educational assistance program

Paid time off/ parental leave

Job summary

Artheon is seeking fresh civil 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.

NJDOT/NJ Turnpike experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on highway, bridge, airport, and transportation infrastructure construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with plans, specs, safety, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, field documentation, and project records.
• Assist 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.

Skills

Field inspections

Reading plans & specs

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Artheon is seeking fresh civil 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.

NJDOT/NJ Turnpike experience is a plus.