Field Construction Inspector – NYC School Projects

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a skilled Inspector to support the NYCSCA Emergency Program in New York City. You will inspect and monitor construction across sites to ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety standards, while documenting progress and coordinating with project teams.

You will review deliveries, track milestones, and help resolve field issues, contributing to on-schedule, high-quality project outcomes in a dynamic NYC environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction related discipline.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in construction inspection, field monitoring, or project oversight on building, infrastructure, renovation, modernization, or capital improvement projects.
• Must be capable of providing clear, concise, written, and oral communication.
• Experience working on public sector, school, municipal, or capital construction projects.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• NICET, ICC, or other construction inspection certifications.
• Experience with quality assurance/quality control programs.
• Familiarity with NYC building codes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of construction work across multiple project sites.
• Monitor contractor performance and verify compliance with plans, specifications, codes, standards, and contract requirements.
• Review material deliveries and installed work for quality and compliance.
• Document construction progress through reports, logs, photographs, and inspection records.
• Identify deficiencies, nonconforming work, and potential safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate and organized project documentation.
• Assist in tracking project milestones, punch list items, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with program managers, superintendents, contractors, architects, and engineers to resolve field issues.
• Attend project meetings and provide updates regarding project status and site observations.
• Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Ensure work adheres to industry standards, safety requirements, and SCA expectations.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

QA/QC knowledge

Public sector experience

Education

Associate degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a skilled Inspector to support the NYCSCA Emergency Program in New York City. You will inspect and monitor construction across sites to ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety standards, while documenting progress and coordinating with project teams.

You will review deliveries, track milestones, and help resolve field issues, contributing to on-schedule, high-quality project outcomes in a dynamic NYC environment.