Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector

Fisher; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer/Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee a Guide Rail Project in Albany County, NY. Work is planned in multiple locations with a project duration of approximately four months.

Candidates must hold NICET Level III or IV (or NYSDOT equivalent) and OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification; prior roadway or transportation project experience is preferred. This on-site role requires attention to codes, safety, and thorough inspection records.

Qualifications

• NICET Level III or IV certification (or NYSDOT equivalent)
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification
• Experience with roadway, utility, or transportation construction projects preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections to confirm construction activities match approved plans and codes
• Identify and report deviations from approved plans and specifications
• Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal requirements
• Keep clear inspection records, including photos and notes
• Prepare inspection reports and document needed corrections
• Work with project teams to discuss inspection results and address issues
• Attend meetings and provide inspection updates
• Provide recommendations to bring non-compliant work up to standard
• Monitor material quality and workmanship
• Oversee job sites for safety compliance
• Report and address safety hazards or violations promptly
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Inspection planning

Site inspections

Report writing

Safety compliance

Education

NICET Level III/IV (or NYSDOT equivalent)

OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification

Job description

Description

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer/ Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee a Guide Rail Project in Albany County NY. Work is planned in various locations. Construction is anticipated in 2027.

Location: Albany County

Duration: approximately 4 months

Level: III

Salary Range: $35-55 / hr

For confidential inquiries contact Dave Keller:

Email: [e-mail]

Call or Text: [phone]

What you will do:

• Perform on-site inspections to confirm construction activities match approved plans and codes
• Identify and report any deviations from approved plans and specifications
• Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal requirements
• Keep clear inspection records, including photos and notes
• Prepare inspection reports and document needed corrections
• Work with project teams including contractors, project managers, and engineers to discuss inspection results and address any issues
• Attend meetings and provide inspection updates
• Provide recommendations to bring non-compliant work up to standard
• Monitor material quality and workmanship
• Oversee job sites for safety compliance
• Report and address any safety hazards or violations promptly
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• NICET Level III or IV certification (or NYSDOT equivalent experience)
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification (required)
• Prior experience with roadway, utility, or transportation construction projects preferred

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to access and navigate construction sites
• Ability to transverse uneven grounds.
• Environmental Conditions: Office environment, field environment, construction site environment and inclement weather conditions.

Salary Range: $35 - $55/hour

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Fisher Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.