Senior Construction Inspector (Transportation)

Techno; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with an

Health, dental, life and vision

Flexible paid time off

Professional growth

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Techno is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector (Transportation) in White Plains, NY to support major transportation and infrastructure construction across the Hudson Valley and New Paltz regions. The role focuses on field oversight of roadway, bridge, and civil improvement projects in urban and suburban settings.

You will oversee daily inspection operations, monitor contractor activities, prepare detailed daily reports, and track quantities for payment verification.

Qualifications

• NICET II/III certification or bachelor’s degree in civil-related field.
• 8+ years of construction inspection experience on transportation or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with NYSDOT Region 8 projects preferred.
• Guiderail and NYSDOT MPT experience.
• Strong knowledge of NYSDOT specs and documentation practices.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification preferred.
• Experience with roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and traffic control scopes.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong communication skills and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inspection operations across active construction sites.
• Monitor contractor activities, including materials, installation methods, and sequencing.
• Prepare and maintain detailed daily reports documenting labor, equipment, quantities, and site conditions.
• Track installed quantities and support payment verification processes.
• Coordinate with field and office teams to address issues, RFIs, and ongoing construction activities.
• Identify non-conforming work and support resolution through proper documentation and follow-up.
• Support job site safety by monitoring conditions and reinforcing compliance with safety protocols.
• Provide direction and oversight to junior inspectors to ensure consistency in reporting and field practices.
• Participate in project meetings and provide field-based insights to support progress and decision-making.

Skills

Construction inspection

Documentation

Field coordination

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

NICET Level II or III Certification

Job description

Senior Construction Inspector (Transportation)

White Plains, NY

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Techno is hiring a Senior Inspector to support major transportation and infrastructure construction efforts across the Hudson Valley and New Paltz regions. This role is focused on overseeing field activities on complex roadway, bridge, and civil improvement projects within active urban and suburban environments.

• Oversee daily inspection operations across active construction sites, ensuring work aligns with project requirements and industry standards
• Monitor contractor activities, including materials, installation methods, and sequencing of work
• Prepare and maintain detailed daily reports documenting labor, equipment, quantities, and site conditions
• Track installed quantities and support payment verification processes
• Coordinate with field and office teams to address issues, RFIs, and ongoing construction activities
• Identify non-conforming work and support resolution through proper documentation and follow-up
• Support job site safety by monitoring conditions and reinforcing compliance with safety protocols
• Provide direction and oversight to junior inspectors to ensure consistency in reporting and field practices
• Participate in project meetings and provide field-based insights to support progress and decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS

• NICET Level II or III Certification or a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of construction inspection experience on transportation or infrastructure projects
• Experience working on New York State Department of Transportation projects, specifically within Region 8, strongly preferred
• Guiderail and NYSDOT MPT experience.
• Strong understanding of NYSDOT specifications, standards, and documentation practices
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification strongly preferred
• Experience with roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and traffic control scopes
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents accurately
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across contractors, engineers, and stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed

COMPENSATION

The anticipated compensation range for this position is between $50-$75/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

WHY CHOOSE US?

• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health, dental, life and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• Professional growth
• Potential profit-sharing opportunities

ABOUT TECHNO

Around for 25 years, Techno Consult Engineering, PC ( Techno ) is a rapidly growing engineering and construction management firm shaping the future of infrastructure across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. We deliver impactful water/wastewater, transportation, and public works projects for clients including NYCDDC, NYCDEP, and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. With offices in New York City, Princeton, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, we combine technical expertise, a commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships to deliver innovative solutions and build resilient communities.

Techno Consult Engineering, PC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.