Senior Construction Inspector - Highways & Bridges

WSP in the U.S.; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is a leading engineering firm in New England, seeking a Senior Inspector based in our Glastonbury, CT office to supervise highway, bridge, and rail construction projects.

Responsibilities include inspection of paving, excavation, drainage, and steel placement, with reporting to the Resident Engineer. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree or NICET/CMIT credentials and demonstrate strong communication and safety records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or CMET related field, CTDOT requirements.
• NICET 3 or CMIT 4 with minimum 4 years inspection experience;6 years optional.
• Strong written and oral communication; plans and specs reading ability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect highway and bridge construction operations daily.
• Interface with contractor supervisors to monitor work.
• Perform field measurements and quantity calculations.
• Complete daily reports per policies and procedures.
• Coordinate material sampling and testing when needed.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic and safety practices.
• Photograph work activities to track progress.
• Inform Chief Inspector and Resident Engineer of activities.
• Work in year‑round conditions; occasional night or weekend shifts.

Skills

Construction inspection

Communication skills

Plan reading

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

NICET 3

CMIT Level 4

Tools

AASHTOWare Project

Headlight

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

WSP is a leading engineering firm in New England, seeking a Senior Inspector based in our Glastonbury, CT office to supervise highway, bridge, and rail construction projects.

Responsibilities include inspection of paving, excavation, drainage, and steel placement, with reporting to the Resident Engineer. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree or NICET/CMIT credentials and demonstrate strong communication and safety records.