Transportation Construction Inspector

Kleinfelder; New Jersey; On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services team in Cape May, New Jersey. This on-site role focuses on inspecting highway construction, reading plans, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with civil engineering or related field training preferred. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform fieldwork in outdoor conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Education in civil engineering or construction related field preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently.
• Valid driver's license with own transportation.
• Able to pass a fingerprint/background check.
• Able to work outdoors in harsh environments and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials used by contractors on highway construction on-site and document compliance with specifications.
• Inspect various phases of contractor work to ensure proper highway construction.
• Read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges and roadways with an understanding of construction specifications, engineering tables and reference materials.
• Perform tests for specification compliance.
• Document pay quantities for monthly and final estimates.

Skills

Transportation construction

Reading plans

English fluency

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Civil engineering or related field preferred

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is currently seeking motivated candidates to fill our immediate full‑time Transportation Construction Inspectorroles. Work assignments are expected to be in Cape May, New Jersey.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect materials used by contractors on highway construction on-site and document compliance with specifications
• Inspect various phases of contractor work to ensure proper highway construction
• Read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges and roadways with an understanding of construction specifications, engineering tables and reference materials
• Perform tests for specification compliance
• Document pay quantities for monthly and final estimates

Qualifications:

• Experience in the transportation construction industry including: paving/asphalt, surveying, traffic signals, flagger/traffic control and road or bridge construction and maintenance, or relatable experience
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Education/training in civil engineering, construction technology or related field preferred
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently
• Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements
• Familiarity with use of PC-based computer systems and/or tablet systems
• Frequently reports to project/client sites to complete tasks or attend meetings
• Valid driver's license with own transportation
• Ability to pass a fingerprint/background check
• Ability to conduct themselves safely as we work in potentially harsh outside environmental conditions, such as environmental hazards and highway construction sites including heights, heavy equipment and highway traffic.
• Position requires the ability to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for long periods of time and be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Salary will be commensurate with experience

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

The expected salary range for the position is displayedin accordance with New Jersey’s Pay Equity Transparency Law.Finalagreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.Salary range: $47,000.00 - $71,500.00.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.