Senior Field Inspector

LJB Engineering Company, a national engineering consulting firm, is seeking a full‑time Senior Field Inspector for the Washington, DC area. The project will begin in September 2026. The role requires a minimum of eight years of experience on major construction projects, strong analytical and communication skills, and a collaborative spirit. Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $130,000, depending on experience, certifications, and market conditions.

Benefits are available to qualified candidates.

• Conduct construction inspections and serve as field engineer, chairing or attending progress meetings, and producing meeting minutes and submittal reviews.
• Prepare detailed daily and weekly inspection reports, including photographs, and upload them to Project Online.
• Oversee completion of geotechnical investigations in soil and rock geology and perform rock mapping for tunnels and slopes.
• Coordinate and review materials testing to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Manage interactions with utilities, approval agencies, and other stakeholders for scheduling, risk workshops, and health & safety matters.
• Maintain tracking sheets, RFIs, RFQs, CCOs, submittals, deficiency logs, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Provide feedback on construction schedule submissions and enforce contract requirements.
• Track and verify red‑line drawings with the contractor and maintain documentation accuracy.
• Monitor health and safety protocols, raise concerns, and submit incident reports when necessary.
• Communicate technical and non‑technical information effectively in written and verbal form.
• Work in the field with shift rotations including weekday, night, and weekend shifts.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience on tunnel and trenchless projects in Canada and the U.S.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, teamwork, and independent judgment skills.
• Effective communication with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across disciplines.

LJB Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status.