Construction Inspector

Company Overview

We are a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel, airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

We base our employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and are committed to an affirmative action program. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law.

We actively pursue opportunities to recruit and develop candidates who have the desire and potential to become qualified employees.

Senior, field‑based role responsible for leading and supervising construction inspection activities on CTDOT highway, bridge, facility, and/or railroad projects. The position serves as the primary field authority, ensuring contractor work complies with project plans, specifications, applicable codes, safety regulations, environmental permits, and agency standards, while supporting the Resident Engineer in the delivery of complex capital projects.

• Oversee and inspect construction activities across one or more of the following: highway/bridge projects (earthwork, drainage, concrete, steel, utilities, MPT), facilities/buildings (architectural, structural, MEP, renovations), and rail/transit projects (trackwork, platforms, facilities, utilities, yards).
• Identify nonconforming work and ensure timely corrective action.
• Verify compliance with safety plans, environmental permits, traffic control, railroad requirements, and applicable codes (building, fire, ADA).

• Prepare and review daily inspection reports, photographs, and quantity calculations.
• Verify contractor pay quantities, schedules of values, and progress payments.
• Witness and document material testing, special inspections, and manufacturer‑required testing.
• Review and process construction documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.

• Coordinate with Resident Engineer, contractors, designers, CTDOT staff, railroads, utilities, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings; assist with issue resolution, constructability reviews, and field problem‑solving.
• Support change order and extra work evaluations through field verification and technical input.
• Supervise, mentor, and assign work to inspectors and field technicians to ensure proper coverage and documentation.

• Develop and verify punch lists.
• Assist with commissioning, turnover, and final closeout documentation.

• Five (5) years of field inspection experience on civil, transportation, building, or railroad projects plus one of the following:
  Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT).
• Or ten (10) years of relevant field construction or inspection experience with NICET Level IV certification.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret construction documents, perform quantity calculations, and prepare detailed reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience as a Chief Inspector on CTDOT or other public‑sector projects.
• Experience on railroad projects (Amtrak, MTA Metro‑North).
• Experience with vertical construction and building systems.

• ACI Concrete
• NETTCP (Concrete, HMA, Soils & Aggregate)
• ATSSA Traffic Control
• OSHA 10‑ or 30‑Hour Construction Safety
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare, COMPASS, and digital construction management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, or off‑hours as project needs require.

• Ability to work year‑round in active construction and railroad environments.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain, climb ladders, access structures, and work at heights.
• Field and office work with exposure to varied weather and site conditions.