Resident Engineer​/Transportation Construction Inspector

Resident Engineer/Construction Inspector (NICET III/IV)

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer/Construction Inspector to oversee an Overhead Vehicle Warning Project in the City of Syracuse. The construction involves new roadway construction and vehicle detection with mitigation system.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Syracuse, NY

Project Duration: Approx. 3 months

• Perform on‑site inspections to confirm construction activities match approved plans and codes
• Identify and report any deviations from approved plans and specifications
• Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal requirements
• Keep clear inspection records, including photos and notes
• Prepare inspection reports and document needed corrections
• Work with project teams including contractors, project managers, and engineers to discuss inspection results and address any issues
• Attend meetings and provide inspection updates
• Provide recommendations to bring non‑compliant work up to standard
• Monitor material quality and workmanship
• Oversee job sites for safety compliance
• Report and address any safety hazards or violations promptly
• Other duties as assigned

• NICET Level III or IV certification (or NYSDOT equivalent experience)
• OSHA 10‑Hour Construction certification (required)
• Prior experience with roadway, utility, or transportation construction projects preferred

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to access and navigate construction sites.
• Ability to transverse uneven grounds.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Office environment, field environment, construction site environment; exposure to dust, noise, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when working in the field.

$35 – $55 per hour.

Salary will vary based on relevant experience, qualifications, and education. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Fisher Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Dave Keller