Senior Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to join their team. This role involves overseeing highway, road, and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction inspection, strong communication skills, and the ability to work overtime when necessary. This company is committed to improving public quality of life and values diverse candidates. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the required certifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in construction inspection required.
• NICET III-IV Certification or Professional Engineer license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and observe construction activities for compliance.
• Document on-site observations in Daily Inspection Reports.
• Communicate proactively with contractors and clients.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Blueprint Reading

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Proficiency in Inspection Tools

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

NICET III-IV Certification

Professional Engineers License

Tools

Inspection Software

Job description

Job Description

Ranked the overall #4 Best Civil Engineering Firm to Work for in the Nation (#1 in our size category) and residing on the list of the Engineering News Record (ENR)’s Top 500 Design Firms in the nation, TPD is currently hiring Senior Construction Inspectors.

Our ideal candidate has experience on highway, road, and bridge projects throughout NJ with agencies such as NJDOT, NJTA, SJTA, DRPA, DRJTBC, and/or experience with Local County and State agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinate and observe construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
2. Document all on-site observations of construction progress such as equipment, manpower, and materials on a Daily Inspection Report and various other reports when required.
3. Proactively communicate with the contractor and the client to progress the project in a timely manner to meet the project goals.

Job Requirements:

• NICET III-IV Certification or Valid Professional Engineers license in the State of New Jersey is required.
• EIT or B.S. in Civil Engineering is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction inspection.
• Certifications such as ACI, NJSAT, TCC, CCTC, and/or OSHA 10 are preferred.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, plans, and specifications, as well as familiarity with inspection tools and software.
• Experience with inspection of Federal-aid projects and relevant certifications is a plus.
• Experience with bridge construction is a plus.
• Experience with NJTA Capex or NJDOT Site Manager is a plus.
• Able to work overtime, some nights, or weekends as needed.
• Ability to drive to and from project sites during all times of the day.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Valid Driver's License.

Don't meet every qualification or skill in the description? That's okay! We are committed to expanding our staff and culture to best serve our clients and communities. If you're interested but don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right fit for this role or another position.

At TPD, we exist to improve the quality of life for the public and are dedicated to Moving Forward Together.