Chief Inspector

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

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As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work.

At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about us Lochner/Egis is seeking an experienced Chief Inspector to support transportation infrastructure projects throughout Connecticut. The Chief Inspector will oversee construction inspection activities for roadway, bridge, highway, utility, and transportation improvement projects in coordination with the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT), contractors, utility agencies, and project stakeholders.

This role is responsible for ensuring construction work is performed in accordance with project plans, specifications, contract documents, safety standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, extensive field inspection experience, and direct experience working on CTDOT transportation projects.

Your impact:

Lead and supervise construction inspection staff on transportation infrastructure projects.

Serve as the primary field representative between the client, contractor, CTDOT, and project team.

Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, permits, schedules, and quality standards.

Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents.

Coordinate and document daily construction activities, including labor, equipment, materials, and quantities.

Prepare and maintain daily inspection reports, force account documentation, field books, and project correspondence.

Verify contractor pay quantities and review monthly payment applications.

Conduct field measurements, material verification, and quality assurance inspections.

Coordinate with utility companies, local agencies, and stakeholders regarding project impacts and construction sequencing.

Ensure compliance with CTDOT construction standards, procedures, and documentation requirements.

Monitor project safety and enforce compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.

Identify field issues and coordinate resolutions with project engineers and construction managers.

Attend project meetings, progress meetings, and coordination meetings with clients and contractors.

Mentor and support junior inspectors and field staff.

Who you are:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or NICET Level 4 required.

Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred

Minimum 10 years of construction inspection experience on transportation infrastructure projects.

Previous experience serving as a Chief Inspector on CTDOT transportation projects required.

Strong knowledge of CTDOT standards, specifications, construction procedures, and documentation practices.

Experience with roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, traffic signal, and highway construction projects.

Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction documentation software.

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Connecticut.

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