Senior Construction Inspector

Senior Construction Inspector

BL Companies is seeking a qualified Senior Construction Inspector to join our growing Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) team. This position will support CTDOT highway and bridge projects, state-funded municipal improvements, and select private-sector assignments.

The Senior Construction Inspector will be responsible for overseeing field inspection activities, ensuring compliance with contract documents, and serving as a key liaison between the client, contractor, and project team.

Key Responsibilities Perform and/or oversee daily inspection of construction activities to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and applicable standards

Monitor contractor operations, including subcontractors and utility work, to ensure adherence to project requirements and schedules

Prepare detailed daily reports, including work activities, labor, equipment, and quantities in accordance with CTDOT recordkeeping procedures

Verify and document pay quantities and maintain accurate records for project documentation and payment purposes

Coordinate with Project Engineers, Resident Engineers, clients, and third-party testing firms

Observe and document material deliveries, sampling, and testing to ensure compliance with specifications

Identify and report non-conforming work and assist in resolution with the project team Ensure compliance with safety standards and project-specific safety requirements

Attend project meetings and support communication between all project stakeholders

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior inspection staff, as applicable

Required Qualifications Minimum 4+ years of construction inspection experience on roadway, bridge, or utility infrastructure projects

Strong working knowledge of CTDOT specifications, procedures, and documentation requirements

Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a field environment

Strong communication and organizational skills

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites daily

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

NICET Level III or higher in Transportation Construction Inspection (TCI)
Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
Preferred Certifications

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade INETTCP Concrete Inspector

NETTCP HMA Paving Inspector

ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
AMP BCI Level I Coating Certification

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Year’s paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors.

BL has 18 offices and is expanding. Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.

Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.
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