Senior Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to join their team. This role involves ensuring compliance with construction plans and specifications, documenting daily progress, and effectively communicating with contractors and clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in highway and bridge projects in New Jersey, along with relevant certifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while working in a supportive environment that values growth and development. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Construction Inspection

Blueprint Reading

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

NICET III-IV Certification

Valid 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.