Inspector / Office Engineer

AECOM Hunt; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Inspector/Office Engineer to join the Hunt Valley/MD area team. You will support construction engineering and inspection from the project office, coordinating with the Resident Engineer, inspectors, contractors, and SHA staff to ensure accurate documentation and contract compliance.

Responsibilities include daily field inspections, tracking quality, and preparing inspection reports, while assisting with project turnovers and communication to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of education/experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of work.
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices; MVR review may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set own project deadlines and monitor progress.
• Provide on-the-job training to new employees.
• Perform inspection duties to verify conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and codes.
• Conduct daily field inspections and maintain inspection records.
• Participate in punch lists, testing and commissioning activities.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain project documentation for QA purposes.
• Communicate inspection findings and status to project management and engineering teams.

Skills

Inspection

Project documentation

Quality control

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Document management

Education

High School Diploma plus 4 years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Document management systems

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an Inspector/Office Engineer to join our team and support ongoing construction engineering and inspection efforts in the Hunt Valley/MD area. This role will play a critical part in supporting a construction project from the project office. They work closely with the Resident Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, inspectors, contractors, and SHA staff to ensure project documentation, contract administration, and payment processes are accurate and compliant.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting own project deadlines
• Provides on the job training to new employees
• Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records
• Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning activities
• Tracks quality assurance progress and documents inspection findings
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers
• Coordinates with contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to address inspection concerns and ensure compliance with project specifications
• Documents deficiencies, non-conformances, and corrective actions required to meet contract requirements
• Prepares detailed inspection reports and maintains comprehensive project documentation for quality assurance purposes
• Communicates inspection findings, recommendations, and project status updates to project management and engineering teams

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma plus 4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
• U.S. Citizenship is required, due to the nature of the work
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing monthly pay estimates, tracking quantities, and processing change orders
• Knowledge of SHA Standard Specifications, Standard Details, and construction manuals
• Experience reviewing contractor schedules and monitoring project progress
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems
• Strong understanding of construction documentation, including daily reports, RFIs, submittals, and material certifications

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $30 to $40.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10157072

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Quality

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 30 - USD 40 - hourly