Senior Construction Inspector - Aviation & Rail Projects

Poutrix; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401K

Paid holidays

PTO

Life insurance

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Construction Inspector for projects in the New York area. The role focuses on daily inspections, safety compliance, and coordination with contractors to meet permit conditions and program timelines.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of field inspection experience, the ability to read complex plans, and the capacity to obtain a SIDA badge. Overtime, weekend work, and travel within the tri-state area may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience inspecting construction work.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge and pass security checks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing daily reports, inspection reports, and contract documentation.
• Experience reviewing contractor payment applications and documenting extra work.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, Resident Engineers, and facility personnel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be available for overtime/weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections, supervise and control construction activities for safety and permit compliance.
• Prepare daily narratives, inspection reports, time-and-material records, and unit price documentation.
• Identify extra work issues and notify the Resident Engineer/Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Review plans for constructability and provide comments.
• Review contractor payment requests and recommend reasonableness.
• Coordinate inspections at multiple work locations and with JFK Operations staff.
• Perform quality assurance inspections of completed work.
• Ensure adherence to safety requirements and coordinate closures.

Skills

Construction inspections

Plan interpretation

Written communications

Safety compliance

SIDA badge eligibility

Coordination with teams

Time management

Education

OSHA 10 Certification

EIT Certification

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Construction Inspector for projects in the New York area. The role focuses on daily inspections, safety compliance, and coordination with contractors to meet permit conditions and program timelines.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of field inspection experience, the ability to read complex plans, and the capacity to obtain a SIDA badge. Overtime, weekend work, and travel within the tri-state area may be required.