Senior Field Inspector - Railroad Construction Engineering

Benesch; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 143,270,000 - 171,924,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch seeks a Senior Field Inspector- Railroad Construction Engineering to supervise field inspections across the US region. The role requires a minimum of 16 years of practical field inspection experience on railroad infrastructure projects, with a focus on concrete structures and bridges where applicable.

The position is field-based with travel to project sites, and you will work closely with Resident Project Managers to oversee contractors, document daily activities, and ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of practical experience working as a field inspector on infrastructure projects.
• Concrete Structure/Bridge Inspection Experience is a strong plus.
• Eager to learn and proactively acquire new skills.
• Capable of collaborating effectively within a team.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing and able to travel to project sites across the US region.

Responsibilities

• Daily oversight of contractors' day-to-day work.
• Enforce contractor responsibilities and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Accurately measure and validate contractor quantities per contract terms.
• Generate comprehensive daily construction reports to monitor progress and document undertakings.
• Monitor QA documentation to verify conformity with standards.
• Maintain daily Field Book entries including tasks, workforce, equipment, and progress updates.
• Track progression of construction activities to produce detailed work reports for field orders.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide updates as needed.
• Collaborate with Resident Project Managers to resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Field inspections

Contract oversight

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Senior Field Inspector- Railroad Construction Engineering

Become a Construction Inspector with the Benesch team. In this position, you will play a crucial role in supervising construction inspections throughout the US region. The perfect candidate should possess a minimum of 16 years of practical experience in field inspections specifically related to Railroad infrastructure projects.

Benesch's Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working on designing and maintaining active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects.

Location

This role is designated as a field-based position, and the work will be conducted from a specified field office. Travel to various project sites is required.

The Impact You Will Have

• Daily oversight of contractors' day-to-day work.
• Enforce contractor responsibilities and ensure strict compliance with contract specifications.
• Accurately measure and validate contractor quantities in alignment with contract terms.
• Generate comprehensive daily construction reports to monitor progress and document daily undertakings.
• Monitor quality assurance documentation to verify conformity with quality standards.
• Maintain daily Field Book entries in line with documentation requisites. This includes recording tasks, workforce, and equipment usage and capturing visual progress updates and any issues encountered.
• Track the advancement of construction activities to produce detailed work reports for field orders.
• Participate in progress meetings to provide updates when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Resident Project managers to facilitate the resolution of technical challenges.

What you will need

• Minimum 16 years of practical experience working as a field inspector on infrastructure projects
• Concrete Structure/Bridge Inspection Experience: A strong plus.
• Eager to learn and display a proactive approach to new tasks and acquire additional skills.
• Must be capable of collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various project site locations across the US region. #LI-AG1

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

California Pay Transparency

$50—$60 USD

Benesch is an equal opportunity employer committed to a professional, inclusive, and compliant workplace. We follow all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those related to non-discrimination, pay transparency, and equal opportunity for protected groups such as veterans and individuals with disabilities. This includes adhering to regulations related to equal employment opportunity, non-discrimination, pay transparency, and any other legislation relevant to the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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Pay Range

$50—$60 USD

Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [e-mail]