Field Transportation Inspector – Highway Construction

Kleinfelder; New Jersey; On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services team in Cape May, New Jersey. This on-site role focuses on inspecting highway construction, reading plans, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with civil engineering or related field training preferred. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform fieldwork in outdoor conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Education in civil engineering or construction related field preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently.
• Valid driver's license with own transportation.
• Able to pass a fingerprint/background check.
• Able to work outdoors in harsh environments and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials used by contractors on highway construction on-site and document compliance with specifications.
• Inspect various phases of contractor work to ensure proper highway construction.
• Read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges and roadways with an understanding of construction specifications, engineering tables and reference materials.
• Perform tests for specification compliance.
• Document pay quantities for monthly and final estimates.

Skills

Transportation construction

Reading plans

English fluency

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Civil engineering or related field preferred

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services team in Cape May, New Jersey. This on-site role focuses on inspecting highway construction, reading plans, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with civil engineering or related field training preferred. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform fieldwork in outdoor conditions are essential.