Civil Inspector

Techno•New Brunswick, NJ

5h•$55 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Techno is seeking a Civil Inspector to join our growing construction management team on a high-profile rail infrastructure project in Northern New Jersey. This is an opportunity to work on complex site and transportation improvements that directly impact regional mobility, safety, and long-term infrastructure resilience. If you thrive in field environments, enjoy being hands-on with construction operations, and take pride in ensuring quality, safety, and compliance, this role offers meaningful project exposure and long-term growth potential.

Requirements

5+ years of civil inspection experience on heavy civil, transportation, rail, or public infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of site construction practices, grading, drainage, utilities, and concrete work
Ability to interpret plans, technical specifications, and shop drawings
Experience documenting field activities in electronic reporting systems

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
ACI, NICET, or other relevant certifications are a plus
Prior experience working on projects for NJ TRANSIT or similar public transportation agencies, particularly on rail yard or rail facility improvement projects is highly beneficial

Responsibilities

Perform daily field inspections of civil construction activities including earthwork, drainage systems, utilities, foundations, paving, and site improvements
Monitor contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards
Coordinate with Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, and project controls staff to track progress and document field conditions
Review material deliveries and verify compliance with approved submittals
Maintain detailed daily reports, field logs, quantity tracking, and photo documentation
Observe testing activities (compaction, concrete, asphalt, etc.) and verify results meet specifications
Identify non-conforming work and support resolution through documentation and follow-up
Participate in progress meetings and provide status updates on field activities