Quality Inspector - Gateway

Poutrix; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Quality Inspector in New York to support the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project. This critical role includes conducting inspections, managing quality documentation, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in quality assurance processes. Join us to make a difference in one of the nation's most vital infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality inspection or construction management.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of construction activities.
• Maintain systematic, retrievable records of all testing and inspection activities.
• Document any nonconforming work in Nonconformance Reports.
• Collaborate with project team members to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Knowledge of construction methods

Quality assurance processes

Materials testing

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality 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 be responsible for conducting inspections, audits, documentation reviews, and collaborating with project teams to resolve quality issues.

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

Quality Assurance & Control

• Conduct inspections of construction activities, materials, and workmanship to verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Support the implementation of the project’s Quality Management Plan and related procedures.
• Perform quality audits of contractors and subcontractors to confirm adherence to package‑specific quality processes and procedures.
• Review and verify contractor compliance with approved testing and inspection plans, including evaluation of test results and maintenance of up‑to‑date testing logs.

Documentation & Reporting

• Review quality documents from contractors and provide feedback and recommendations to project management and stakeholders.
• Maintain systematic, retrievable records of all testing, inspection, acceptance activities, and outstanding punch list items.
• Document any nonconforming work in Nonconformance Reports, verify completion of corrective actions, and monitor resolution of quality issues.
• Prepare and submit quality‑related reports, including daily, monthly, and quarterly summaries as required.

Materials Testing & Inspection

• Coordinate and monitor materials testing required under project contracts, including off‑site lab testing performed by independent testing organizations.
• Ensure that all materials used in construction meet specified standards and regulatory requirements.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with resident engineers, contractors, and other project team members to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.
• Participate in meetings, technical briefings, and coordination sessions related to quality assurance and control.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all quality activities comply with federal, state, and local codes, standards, and permitting processes.
• Support the implementation of safety management plans and procedures as they relate to quality assurance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality inspection, quality assurance, or construction management on large‑scale infrastructure or transportation projects.

Key Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of construction methods, quality assurance processes, and materials testing.
• Familiarity with document control, inspection procedures, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic project management software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Willingness to work in the field and adapt to changing project needs.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local codes, standards, and permitting processes is a plus.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Experience working on tunnel, rail, or major transportation infrastructure projects.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. 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.