Junior Field Inspector – Civil Infrastructure Projects

Artheon; Barnegat Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Artheon is seeking fresh civil engineering graduates to support transportation and infrastructure construction projects across highways, bridges, and airports. You 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.

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.

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 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

Read & interpret plans

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Outdoor work willingness

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil 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

Job description

Artheon is seeking fresh civil engineering graduates to support transportation and infrastructure construction projects across highways, bridges, and airports. You 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.