Senior Construction Inspector

AECOM; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to support infrastructure projects in the Newark, DE area and tri-state region. You will monitor quality, safety, and compliance while coordinating with field teams and stakeholders to resolve findings.

The position requires a High School Diploma with 6 years of experience and a valid US driver’s license, plus the ability to read plans, document conditions, and travel to multiple sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Valid US Driver’s License required; must pass Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Ability to read construction plans, shop drawings, specs, and codes; identify deficiencies.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to prepare reports in Microsoft Word.
• Construction inspection experience on infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing comprehensive inspection duties on assigned projects.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, punch list preparation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Rely on extensive experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish project goals.
• Establish and manage own project deadlines while coordinating with project management and field teams.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to new employees and junior inspectors.
• Perform daily field inspections and maintain detailed inspection records and documentation.
• Track and report on quality assurance progress, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide input to documentation for turnovers, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to address inspection findings and resolve field issues.
• Document project conditions through photographs and written reports, maintaining organized project files.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Travel frequently to field locations; locations and distances vary.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions; walk miles daily on uneven surfaces.

Skills

Communication skills

Plan reading

Field inspection

Report writing

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CTQP Concrete Field Technician I

CTQP Concrete Field Inspector II Bridges

CTQP Pile Driving Inspector

IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector I

Nuclear Radiation Safety

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Newark, DE - 248 Chapman Rd
• Compensation: USD 45 - USD 51 - hourly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector in our Newark, DE office for a variety of infrastructure projects throughout the Delaware-Maryland-Pennsylvania tri-state area. Typical assignments may include water and wastewater projects, erosion and sediment control inspection, stormwater facilities inspection, and other projects throughout the tri-state area.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Monitor conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing comprehensive inspection duties on assigned projects.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, punch list preparation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Rely on extensive experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Establish and manage own project deadlines while coordinating with project management and field teams.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to new employees and junior inspectors.
• Perform daily field inspections and maintain detailed, accurate inspection records and documentation.
• Track and report on quality assurance progress, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to address inspection findings and resolve field issues.
• Document project conditions through photographs and written reports, maintaining organized project files.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Travel frequently to field locations throughout the tri-state area; locations and distances vary.
• Work frequently in outdoor environments across a variety of seasonal weather conditions.
• Walk several miles daily to perform job duties, frequently across outdoor construction environments with uneven terrains such as mud, rock, grass, dirt, and other unpaved surfaces, while managing variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust, and noise.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 6years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to understand construction plans, shop drawing submittals, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations, and to identify and document deficiencies and deviations observed in the field
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports in Microsoft Word
• Construction inspection experience on a variety of infrastructure projects
• Detailed-oriented and ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision
• CTQP Concrete Field Technician Level I
• CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level II (Bridges)
• CTQP Pile Driving Inspection
• IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I
• Nuclear Radiation Safety
• Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.