Construction Inspector-Municipal
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Construction
Civil Engineering, Site Manager
Primary Function:
Remington & Vernick Engineers is seeking a Construction inspector ensure that construction meets local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications. The ideal candidate for this position will have 5-8 years of Construction Observation experience. They will provide construction observation for municipalities, including water supply and distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, storm sewer systems, and roadway construction.
PrimaryDuties:
- Act in the capacity of Resident Project Representative to assist Engineer in providing extensive observation of construction project and serve as Engineer's liaison with Contractor.
- Attend pre-construction & weekly job progress meetings.
- Conduct on-site observations of the work in progress to assist Engineer in determining if the work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents, both alone and/or as part of a team.
- Provide and maintain all records related to the project in question including daily quantities.
- Keep a diary or logbook of all observations and daily activities for ongoing work and provide Engineer with daily reports to include all labor trades and equipment supplied by Contractor.
- Review applications for payment with Contractor and confer with Engineer on recommendations for progress payments.
- Prepare a final punch list at substantial completion and perform final project review for project closeout.
- Construction and building inspectors examine worksites, both alone and as part of a team. Some inspectors climb ladders or crawl in tight spaces. Most work full time during regular business hours.
- Applicants must have demonstrated experience in roadway construction and/or pavement restoration, drainage/storm sewer and/or water/wastewater, public sidewalk including ADA accessible curb ramps inspections. Contract administration experience a plus.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with others and the public
- Ability to read and understand construction plans and shop drawings
- Self-motivated, organized, focused, with strong attention to detail
- Possess good conflict resolution skills
- Basic computer skills and be able to prepare daily reports using a tablet
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Two-year technical or associate's degree in construction management
- Valid Driver's License
- NICET Certification or other related site civil construction and inspection certifications are a plus
- OSHA Certification 10/30
- ACI
- Field Technician Certification - New Jersey Society of Asphalt Technicians
- Field Testing - NJDOT
- Traffic Control Coordinator - Work Zone Safety
- Confined Space Training
The annual base salary range for this full-time position in the United States is $55,000 - $82,500
. This range represents a good faith estimate and is based on factors such as the role, level, and geographic location. The range shown reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for this position across all U.S. locations.
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers.
We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths;
provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
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