Field Engineer - Inspector

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The role is full‑time and onsite in New York, NY, leading roadway‑related transportation projects to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.

• Perform daily observation of contractor operations for roadway and bridge construction projects.
• Serve as a field contact for the client and project team.
• Coordinate with inspectors, community liaisons, and office engineers.
• Review construction schedules, including baseline and updates, with client guidance.
• Complete inspections and support field‑testing activities.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing construction change orders.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project reports.
• Review payment vouchers, manning reports, payroll certifications, and other labor documentation from the contractor.
• Record project progress meetings and issue meeting minutes.
• Support site safety efforts, permit compliance, and coordination with adjacent projects.
• Monitor contractor compliance with safety and health plans and quality requirements.
• Work with contractors to reduce impacts on the public.
• Log contractor submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings, and coordinate responses with designers.
• Help prepare punch lists with the owner at project closeout.
• Support resolution of challenges related to project schedules and budgets.
• Track project personnel information such as timesheets and leave as needed.
• Assist with cost‑to‑complete analyses.
• Use spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software to support project‑management tasks.

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor’s (BS) in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • Valid NICET II Certification
  • Demonstrated past experience as a Chief Engineer on NYSDOT projects
  • Or qualifying relevant experience
  • Completion of the NICET Equivalency Form (for recently retired NYSDOT Engineer‑In‑Charge personnel)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation construction inspection.
• Willing to work nights.
• Prior experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA, MTA Bridges and Tunnels, or Metro‑North Railroad projects.
• Working knowledge of Project Management Procedures (PMPs) and Project Management Guidelines (PMGs) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• OSHA 30‑hour safety training certification.

• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, including training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: New York, NY

Working Hours: Construction Hours

Employment Status: Full‑time

Salary Range: $100,000 – $117,000, depending on experience and geographic location.

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