Transportation Construction Inspector III

JMT Careers; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transportation Construction Inspector III to join their dynamic team in Trenton. This role involves supervising construction inspection activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and preparing detailed inspection reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Join a 100% employee-owned firm that values your contributions and offers a collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact on transportation projects across the region.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of construction inspection experience is required.
• Client requested certifications include NJSAT, ACI, TCC, OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise project inspection activities for compliance with plans and standards.
• Prepare and submit project inspection reports and work authorizations.
• Interact with clients and contractors to resolve construction-related issues.

Skills

Organization Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor in Construction Technology

Bachelor in Construction Management

Associates or Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Tools

Construction Inspection Software

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector III

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

ID: 22558

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT is seeking an Inspector III to join their Trenton Construction Management Team. The successful candidate will perform as a principal inspector responsible for the supervision of projects in construction inspection engineering work.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with plans, contract documents, specifications, and standards.
2. Assign, schedule, and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
3. Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation and ensure that it accurately details construction progress, activities, and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, complies with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance.
4. Prepare, review, and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders, and estimates.
5. Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action.
6. Review, analyze, and evaluate contractor schedules.
7. Track project progress and advise parties of possible overruns and critical project issues.
8. Complete analysis of field tests.
9. Attend pre-bid, pre-construction, and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project; assist the client with estimates, change orders, claim defense, shop drawings, RFI, sub-consultants, material testing, and provide updates to the client on construction progress and issues.
10. Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
11. Work on behalf of the client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction-related field issues.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

1. Strong organization and communication skills.
2. Strong computer proficiency.
3. Active driver's license.
4. Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Required Experience

1. A Bachelor or Construction Technology or Construction Management degree.
2. 5 - 10 years of construction inspection experience.
3. Client requested certifications (NJSAT, ACI, TCC, OSHA).
4. Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment, and materials.
5. Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations.
6. Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role.

Preferred Experience

1. Experience with NJTA, NJDOT, and local clients.
2. Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.