Senior Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to join their team. This role involves overseeing construction activities on highway, road, and bridge projects throughout New Jersey, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction inspection, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications. The company is dedicated to improving public quality of life and values diverse applicants. If you are passionate about construction and eager to contribute to significant projects, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and observe construction activities for compliance.
• Document on-site observations and communicate with contractors.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Proficiency in Reading Blueprints

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

NICET III-IV Certification

Professional Engineers License

Tools

Inspection Tools and Software

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:

1. NICET III-IV Certification or Valid Professional Engineers license in the State of New Jersey is required.
2. EIT or B.S. in Civil Engineering is a plus.
3. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction inspection.
4. ACI, NJSAT, TCC, CCTC, and/or OSHA 10.
5. Proficiency in reading blueprints, plans, and specifications, as well as familiarity with inspection tools and software.
6. Experience with inspection of Federal-aid projects and relevant certifications is not required but is a plus.
7. Experience with bridge construction is a plus.
8. Experience with NJTA Capex or NJDOT Site Manager is not required but is a plus.
9. Able to work overtime, some nights, or weekends as needed.
10. Ability to drive to and from, on, or around a project site during all times of the day.
11. Strong organization and communication skills.
12. Valid Driver's License.

Don't meet every qualification or skill in the description? That's ok! We are fully committed to expanding our staff and culture to best serve our clients and our communities. If you are interested in this position but don't completely align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. You may be what we are looking for this role or maybe for another open position.

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