Principal Construction Inspector

T&M Associates; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

T&M Associates seeks a Principal Construction Inspector to base in Mt. Laurel, NJ, serving as the Owner’s representative on municipal and county projects within a one-hour travel radius.

This senior role ensures work conforms to approved plans, specs, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include on-site inspection, documentation, and coordination with contractors and municipal staff, with opportunities to guide junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive construction inspection experience on municipal/public works projects.
• PE license or NICET Levels I–III preferred.
• Experience with public works, roadway, utility, grading, and drainage projects.
• Knowledge of zoning, subdivision, and land development regulations is a plus.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel for reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Owner’s on-site representative during construction.
• Perform inspection and administration for roadway reconstruction, utilities, water/sewer, concrete work, grading, drainage, and site development.
• Ensure contractor compliance with plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain daily field reports and inspection documentation.
• Identify and resolve field issues while coordinating with contractors, project managers, and municipal representatives.
• Provide guidance or oversight to junior inspectors or project team members when needed.

Skills

Construction inspection

Project coordination

Reporting & documentation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

PE license

NICET Levels I–III

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

T&M Associates is seeking a Principal Construction Inspector based in our Mt. Laurel, NJ office, supporting municipal and county infrastructure projects within a one-hour travel radius of the office. This senior-level role serves as the Owner’s representative during the construction phase, ensuring work is completed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner’s on-site representative during construction.
• Perform construction inspection and administration for roadway reconstruction, utility installations, water and sewer systems, concrete work, grading, drainage structures, and site development projects.
• Ensure contractor compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and maintain daily field reports and inspection documentation.
• Identify and resolve field issues while coordinating with contractors, project managers, and municipal representatives.
• Provide guidance or oversight to junior inspectors or project team members when needed.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or higher in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive construction inspection experience, preferably on municipal or public works projects.
• PE license or NICET Levels I–III certifications preferred.
• Experience with public works, roadway, utility, grading, and drainage projects.
• Knowledge of zoning, subdivision, and land development regulations is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for reporting and documentation.

T&M Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. T&M estimates that the salary range for this position will fall between $80,000 - $103,000. The actual salary offered may vary within this range, depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, educational qualifications, specific skills and knowledge, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

T&M Associates offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include comprehensive insurance (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities — all within a people-first, award-winning hybrid work environment. See more details about benefits here .

New Hires must have documents indicating they are eligible to work in the United States. EEO/AA Employer.