Lead Transportation Inspector – Field Operations

Egis; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Chief Inspector to support transportation infrastructure projects across Connecticut. You will lead inspection staff, act as the primary field liaison among client, contractor, CTDOT, and project team, and ensure compliance with plans, specs, permits, and safety requirements.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of inspection experience on transportation projects, CTDOT project exposure, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil eng, construction management, or NICET Level 4 is required.
• PE or CCM certification is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of inspection experience on transportation projects.
• Experience as Chief Inspector on CTDOT projects is required.
• Strong knowledge of CTDOT standards, specs, and procedures.
• Experience with roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and traffic projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and construction documentation software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel CT sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise construction inspection staff on transportation infrastructure projects.
• Serve as primary field representative between client, contractor, CTDOT, and project team.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with plans, specs, permits, schedules, and quality.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specs, shop drawings, and contract docs.
• Coordinate and document daily construction activities, including labor, equipment, materials, and quantities.
• Prepare and maintain daily inspection reports, force account docs, field books, and project correspondence.
• Verify contractor pay quantities and review monthly payment applications.
• Conduct field measurements, material verification, and QA inspections.
• Coordinate with utility companies, local agencies, and stakeholders on project impacts and sequencing.
• Ensure compliance with CTDOT standards, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Monitor project safety and enforce OSHA and site safety requirements.
• Identify field issues and coordinate resolutions with project engineers and construction managers.
• Attend project and progress meetings with clients and contractors; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client liaison

Drawing interpretation

Documentation

QA/QC

Safety compliance

Field measurements

Coordination

Mentoring

Contractor pay review

Project reporting

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

NICET Level 4

PE or CCM preferred

Tools

MS Office

Construction documentation software

COMPASS

AASHTOWare Project

Job description

Egis is seeking a Chief Inspector to support transportation infrastructure projects across Connecticut. You will lead inspection staff, act as the primary field liaison among client, contractor, CTDOT, and project team, and ensure compliance with plans, specs, permits, and safety requirements.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of inspection experience on transportation projects, CTDOT project exposure, and strong communication.