Landscape / Parks Construction Inspector

SRE ENGINEERING DPC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

SRE ENGINEERING DPC is hiring experienced Landscape and Parks Construction Inspectors in New York City to support projects across the five boroughs. The role includes inspecting construction activities, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining accurate reports. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of construction inspection experience, preferably with NYC Parks or related projects. Benefits include a competitive salary and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on NYC Parks, DDC, or DOT projects.
• Ability to monitor contractor performance for technical compliance.
• Conduct on-site measurements and maintain inspection reports.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and supervise daily construction activities for safety and compliance.
• Monitor contractor performance against project specifications.
• Attend job-site meetings and report on construction status.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret construction plans

Strong written communication skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Field reporting and documentation proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

OSHA 10 certification

SST card

Reliable transportation

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Full-time · Field-based · Five Boroughs

SRE Engineering, D.P.C. is a certified M/WBE construction management firm with deep roots in New York City's public infrastructure. We are currently seeking experienced Landscape and Parks Construction Inspectors to support active and upcoming NYC Parks Department projects across the five boroughs. This is an opportunity to do meaningful work on high-visibility public-sector projects with a firm that invests in its people.

Essential functions

• Inspect, supervise, and control daily construction activities for site safety, permit compliance, and agency coordination
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to technical requirements, plans, and specifications
• Conduct on-site measurements, quantity tracking, and field documentation throughout construction
• Maintain accurate daily inspection reports, field logs, and progress records
• Attend and participate in job-site and progress meetings with contractors and agency representatives
• Enforce project safety protocols and all applicable regulatory requirements
• Report regularly to the Resident Engineer and Project Manager on construction status and issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience considered
• Minimum 2–3 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on NYC Parks, DDC, or DOT projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in field reporting and documentation
• OSHA 10 certification preferred; SST card required for NYC projects
• Reliable transportation required; valid driver's license preferred