Senior Construction Inspector RoadBridge

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 68,880 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development, including Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking Senior Construction Inspectors in Trenton, NJ to supervise construction projects and ensure compliance with plans and standards. You will be responsible for managing inspection activities, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with contractors and clients.

This role requires 5-10 years of experience, strong organization skills, and the ability to work in various conditions. Benefits include health insurance, a 401K plan, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of construction inspection experience.
• Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment and materials.
• Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities, reviewing contractor compliance.
• Prepare, review and submit project inspection reports.
• Track project progress and advise parties of possible overruns.

Skills

Strong organization and communication skills

Strong computer proficiency

Active driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or engineering technology

Job description

About the Company

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee‑owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Overview

Senior Construction Inspectors will join our Trenton Construction Services Team as principal inspectors responsible for the supervision of projects in construction inspection engineering work.

Compensation

Compensation is $50.00-$65.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities, reviewing contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
• Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project
• Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation, monitoring that it accurately details construction progress, activities and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, complies with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance
• Prepare, review and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders and estimates
• Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action
• Assist in review, analysis and evaluation of contractor schedules
• Track project progress and advise parties of possible overruns and critical project issues
• Complete analysis of field tests
• Attend pre‑bid, pre‑construction and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with estimates, change orders, claim defense, shop drawings, RFI, sub‑consultants, material testing and provide updates to the client construction progress and issues
• Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub‑contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries
• Work on behalf of the client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong organization and communication skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Active driver’s license
  • Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• NICET III or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of construction inspection experience
• Client requested certifications (NJSAT, ACI, TCC, OSHA)
• Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment and materials
• Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
• Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role

Preferred Experience

• Experience with NJTA, NJDOT and local clients
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or engineering technology
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or PE a plus

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• Paid Travel Expenses
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedules
• Career Development, including Educational Reimbursement
• and more
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.