Senior Inspector

Lochner; Southbury, Seymour (CT, CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program

Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lochner is seeking a qualified individual for a full-time position in Seymour, CT, specializing in Construction Inspection. A BS in Civil Engineering or a related field is required, along with 8 years of relevant experience, ideally with CTDOT projects.

The role entails planning and executing construction inspection tasks, training new employees, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, while also offering competitive benefits including medical, dental, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 8 years of Construction Inspection Experience, preferably on CTDOT projects.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as required.
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and accomplish goals independently.
• Provide job training to new employees.
• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and documents.

Skills

Construction Inspection Experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

NICET Level 3

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Seymour, CT 06483
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Job Category: CEI (Construction / Engineering / Inspection)

Responsibilities

• Under minimal direction, rely on experience and independent judgement to plan and accomplish goals.
• Provide job training to new employees.
• Read and interpret complex contract plans, specifications, special provisions, permits, shop drawings and working drawings.
• Monitor and report on daily contractor daily activities. Ensure compliance with plans, specifications and other contract documents.
• Ensure highway work zones and traffic control setups, including lane closures or detours, conform to contract requirements.
• Ensure that work which interferes with traffic is performed only during Allowable Periods in contract.
• Check lines, grades, dimensions and elevations using standard field measuring equipment.
• Measure and calculate quantities of contract items for payments to the contractor.
• Track labor, material and equipment used on each operation covered.
• Identify plan discrepancies or other potential issues to Chief Inspector/Resident Engineer for resolution; suggest solutions as feasible.
• Identify issues not covered in contract documents to Chief Inspector/Resident Engineer so determination can be made on how to handle.
• Perform material testing on site as needed. Obtain material samples for testing as required.
• Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or NICET Level 3 required.
• 8 years of Construction Inspection Experience. Experience on CTDOT projects preferred.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and swing shifts as required on assigned projects. Payment is hourly with 1.5x OT for over 40 hours in a week.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Certifications from NETTCP, ACI, ATSSA, AWS, NACE a plus, though not required.
• Personal Vehicle needed along with valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Reimbursement for on‑site mileage.
• Sponsorship not available for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non‑Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.