Material Inspector - Gateway

Arcadis; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Paid parental leave

15 days PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis in Paramus, New Jersey is seeking a Material Inspector for the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project. In this role, you'll ensure materials meet quality standards and specifications while leading inspections and testing documentation.

You will work closely with the project team, manage quality documentation, and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $149,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health, 401K, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in materials inspection or testing, preferably in large infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Familiarity with materials testing procedures, QA/QC processes, and construction documentation.
• Certification in materials inspection or testing (e.g., ACI, NICET) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify all construction materials for compliance with approved specifications.
• Coordinate materials testing under the Project Contract.
• Maintain records of inspections, tests, and decisions.
• Support preparation of quality documentation and reporting.
• Assist in the close-out process by verifying that materials meet project requirements.

Skills

Materials inspection

Quality assurance

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role Description

Arcadis is seeking a Material Inspector to support one of the most iconic and consequential infrastructure initiatives in the United States—the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). In this role, you will ensure that all materials used meet project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for filed inspections, materials testing, documentation, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

We are working in partnership with Parsons and Mace as part of the MPA Delivery Partner team, selected by the Gateway Development Commission to deliver this transformative project. The HTP is a critical component of the broader Gateway Program—one of the most ambitious and impactful transportation initiatives in the nation—and is designed to strengthen mobility, enhance resiliency, and ensure the long-term reliability of the Northeast Corridor.

The project encompasses the construction of a new, two-track rail tunnel beneath the Hudson River, along with the full rehabilitation of the existing 113-year-old North River Tunnel. This vital infrastructure supports more than 200,000 daily passengers via Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT and serves as a backbone for economic activity and connectivity between New York and New Jersey.

Role Accountabilities

• Inspect and verify all construction materials delivered and used on-site for compliance with approved specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
• Coordinate and monitor materials testing required under the Project Contract, including off-site laboratory testing by independent organizations.
• Maintain accurate records of all materials inspections, tests, and acceptance/rejection decisions.
• Assist in the implementation of the Hudson Tunnel Project Quality Management Plan (QMP) and supplemental QA/QC procedures as required by NJ TRANSIT and GDC.
• Review and evaluate test results, ensuring that up-to-date testing logs are maintained and all non-conformances are documented and resolved.
• Support the preparation of quality documentation and reporting, including daily, monthly, and quarterly reports on material quality and issues.
• Monitor the Project Contractor’s maintenance of systematic, retrievable records of all materials testing, inspection, and acceptance activities.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to GDC and SEP on materials quality and compliance issues.
• Assist in the close-out process by verifying that all materials used are documented and meet project requirements for final acceptance.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Materials Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in materials inspection or testing, preferably on large infrastructure or transportation projects.

Key Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with materials testing procedures, QA/QC processes, and construction documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with contractors, engineers, and project management teams.
• Knowledge of NJ TRANSIT, GDC, or similar agency requirements is a plus.
• Experience with federally funded transportation projects.
• Certification in materials inspection or testing (e.g., ACI, NICET, or similar) is desirable.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full-time and part-time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, and optional benefits such as wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $149,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.