Senior Construction Inspector

Overview

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

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The Senior Construction Inspector provides advanced field inspection, documentation, and quality oversight on CTDOT highway and bridge projects, facilities and buildings, and / or railroad projects. The role ensures construction activities comply with contract documents, applicable codes, agency standards, and safety requirements, while serving as a key technical resource to the Resident Engineer and mentoring junior inspection staff.

• Inspect and verify construction work for compliance with plans, specifications, shop drawings, CTDOT standards, railroad requirements, and applicable codes.
• Observe construction activities on one or more of the following:
  • Highway/bridge work (earthwork, drainage, concrete, steel, utilities, MPT)
  • Buildings/facilities (architectural, structural, MEP, roofing, renovations)
  • Rail/transit projects (trackwork, platforms, facilities, utilities, yards)
• Monitor contractor compliance with environmental permits, work zone safety, railroad safety rules, OSHA requirements, and PPE protocols.
• Identify nonconforming work and coordinate corrective actions with the contractor and Resident Engineer.

• Perform and/or witness required materials testing and special inspections.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, photo documentation, and progress summaries.
• Measure, calculate, and verify quantities for materials installed, delivered, or stored.
• Maintain field documentation using electronic systems (e.g., AASHTOWare, COMPASS, Project Wise, SharePoint).

• Coordinate with the Resident Engineer, project engineers, contractors, CTDOT staff, railroad representatives, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings; report field conditions and track action items.
• Assist with RFIs, field issue resolution, and support for change orders and extra work.
• Provide technical input on constructability challenges and engineering issues.

• Provide guidance and oversight to junior inspectors and field staff.
• Support the Resident Engineer with contract administration, documentation, and verification activities.

• Field inspection experience on transportation, buildings/vertical construction, rail infrastructure, or civil projects.
• Working knowledge of CTDOT Form 819, building and fire codes, railroad safety procedures, and public-sector construction contracts.
• Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and major trades (structural, architectural, MEP, utilities, roadway, bridge, rail).
• Strong ability to interpret plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with digital construction documentation systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or related field and 4 years of experience

• High School Diploma and a NICET Level III or a relevant Trade License and 6 years of experience

• One or more of the following certifications (or ability to obtain)
• NICET Level III or IV
• ACI, NETTCP, ATSSA
• OSHA 10- or 30-Hour

• Ability to work in active construction environments, including uneven terrain, heights, excavations, and varied weather conditions.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as required for traffic shifts, track outages, or building shutdowns.

To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.