Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation & Infrastructure

Garg Consulting Services, Inc.; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to support transportation infrastructure projects across Northern and Central New Jersey.

This on-site role requires coordinating daily with contractors, engineers, and client agencies, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety standards. The position involves advanced field inspections, pay quantity verification, and mentoring junior staff, with potential technical leadership on projects for NJ DOT, NJTA, NJ

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of field inspection experience at senior level.
• Active NJ P.E. license or NICET IV certification preferred.
• Certified ACI, NJ SAT Asphalt Tech, Rutgers Traffic Control Coordinator.
• OSHA 30 certification and background check eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee daily field inspections of roadway, bridge, rail, and transportation projects.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Serve as senior field liaison between contractors, engineers, and agencies.
• Document quantities, labor, equipment, and progress using digital tools.
• Review pay quantities and assist with progress payments and estimates.
• Review material certifications, test results, and submittals before installation.
• Inspect traffic/erosion control per plans and regulations.
• Identify non-conforming work and coordinate corrective actions.
• Mentor junior inspectors and provide technical field input.
• Attend meetings and support project closeout activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent experience

Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Senior Construction Inspector or Resident Engineer

New Jersey P.E. license or NICET Level IV Highway Construction Inspection certification

ACI certification

NJ SAT Asphalt Technician certification

Rutgers Traffic Control Coordinator certification

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification

TWIC Card eligibility and background screening compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital inspection tools

SiteManager

FieldManager

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Senior Construction Inspector - Transportation & Infrastructure

Location: Woodbridge, NJ

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 annually (based on experience)

Industry: Construction Management | Transportation | Infrastructure | Bridge | Civil Engineering

About Garg Consulting Services, Inc.

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. (Garg) is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and construction management firm specializing in transportation infrastructure, rail, bridge, and civil construction projects throughout the Northeast.

Position Overview

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Inspector to support transportation infrastructure construction projects throughout Northern and Central New Jersey. This role supports NJ DOT, NJTA, NJ Transit, and public-sector roadway, bridge, rail, and civil projects, ensuring compliance with approved plans, specifications, and safety standards. The Senior Construction Inspector performs advanced field inspections, coordinates daily with contractors, engineers, and client agencies, and oversees construction quality, documentation, and pay quantities. This full-time, on-site position may also provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior inspection staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee daily field inspections of roadway, bridge, rail, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Serve as the senior field representative and liaison between contractors, engineers, and client agencies.
• Document daily construction activities, quantities, labor, equipment, and progress using digital reporting tools.
• Track and verify pay quantities and assist with review of progress payments and estimates.
• Review material certifications, test results, and submittals prior to installation.
• Inspect traffic control and erosion control measures for compliance with approved plans and regulations.
• Identify non-conforming work and coordinate corrective actions.
• Assist with change orders, field modifications, and as-built documentation.
• Lead and mentor junior inspection staff as required.
• Attend construction meetings and provide technical field input.
• Support project closeout activities including final inspections and punch lists.

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Senior Construction Inspector or Resident Engineer.
• New Jersey P.E. license or NICET Level IV Highway Construction Inspection certification.
• ACI certification.
• NJ SAT Asphalt Technician certification.
• Rutgers Traffic Control Coordinator certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
• Ability to perform quantity calculations and interpret plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with digital inspection tools and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in varied weather and field conditions.
• TWIC Card eligibility and background screening compliance.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience on NJ DOT, NJTA, NJ Transit, or public-sector transportation projects.
• Rail, bridge, and complex transportation infrastructure experience.
• Experience mentoring or overseeing junior inspectors.
• Familiarity with Document Control and Project Management Programs such as SiteManager, FieldManager, Bluebeam or Procore.
• Additional certifications such as CMIT, EIT, CCM

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 annually
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Professional Development & Licensing Support
• Wellness perk; gym membership reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs and comply with all applicable laws.

Final candidates are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment drug screening. These screenings may include employment and education verification, reference checks, and a criminal history check as allowed by law.

All screenings are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all required checks.