Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector

Fisher Associates; Town of Eden (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Associates in Eden, NY is seeking a Resident Engineer / Construction Inspector (NICET IV) to oversee a bridge replacement project for the Town of Eden. The role focuses on monitoring construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans and codes, and coordinating with contractors and engineers.

You will maintain inspection records, prepare reports, address non‑compliant work, oversee safety on job sites, and participate in meetings to discuss findings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of construction inspection experience, with bridge or highway structures experience preferred.
• NICET Level IV certification or NYSDOT equivalent experience is required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification is required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Construction inspection

Education

NICET Level IV certification or NYSDOT equivalent experience

OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer / Construction Inspector (NICET IV) to oversee a bridge replacement project in the Town of Eden.

Location

Eden, NY

Project Duration

2027 construction season, approx. 6-7 months

For Confidential Inquiries Contact Dave Keller

[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

Qualifications:

• NICET Level IV certification or NYSDOT equivalent experience
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of construction inspection experience, with bridge or highway structures experience preferred

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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; exposure to dust, noise, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when working in the field.

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.

Salary Description

$35-55