Senior Inspector - Transportation

Senior Inspector - Transportation

AECOM is actively seeking an Inspector for our New Jersey office to support our Transportation Business Line. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform detailed field inspections on highway and bridge construction projects and maintain comprehensive inspection records for As-Built documentation
• Serve as the technical expert in field inspections and audits, recognized as the go-to resource internally and externally
• Review and interpret project plans, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents to ensure work is completed according to design
• Monitor and enforce compliance with construction standards, contract specifications, industry regulations, and safety protocols at project sites
• Maintain daily reports, documentation, and progress logs on project activities, including materials used, work performed, and any issues identified
• Conduct and document material testing, sampling, and field measurements as required
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to identify and resolve project-related issues in a timely manner
• Participate in punch lists, testing, commissioning, and project meetings to provide updates on inspection findings
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to new employees on inspection procedures and standards
• Travel throughout New Jersey to support multiple project sites as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS +6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Experience in highway construction inspection, including NJDOT and NJTA projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• NICET Level 2 or Level 3 Certification in Highway Construction Inspection
• Strong understanding of highway and bridge construction processes, materials, and safety protocols
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and industry standards
• Able to wear and work in personal protective equipment such hard hat, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles, gloves and mask
• Excellent reporting, documentation, and communication skills for project coordination
• Able to work outdoors on construction sites under all weather conditions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Able to work overtime as required
• Proficiency in construction-related software (such as SiteManager, AASHTOWare, Capex or similar) is a plus

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available now or in the future.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.