Construction Inspector (Observer)

REMINGTON & VERNICK ENGINEERS II•Marlboro Township, NJ

20h•$55,000 - $82,500

About The Position

Remington & Vernick Engineers is seeking a Construction inspector ensure that construction meets local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications. The ideal candidate for this position will have 3-8 years of Construction Observation experience. They will provide construction observation for municipalities, including water supply and distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, storm sewer systems, and roadway construction.

Requirements

Applicants must have demonstrated experience in roadway construction and/or pavement restoration, drainage/storm sewer and/or water/wastewater, public sidewalk including ADA accessible curb ramps inspections. Contract administration experience a plus.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with others and the public
Ability to read and understand construction plans and shop drawings
Self-motivated, organized, focused, with strong attention to detail
Possess good conflict resolution skills
Basic computer skills and be able to prepare daily reports using a tablet
High School diploma or equivalent
Two-year technical or associate’s degree in construction management
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

NICET Certification or other related site civil construction and inspection certifications are a plus
OSHA Certification 10/30
NICET Certification I, II, III
ACI - Field Technician Certification
New Jersey Society of Asphalt Technicians - Field Testing
NJDOT - Traffic Control Coordinator
Work Zone Safety
Confined Space Training

Responsibilities

Act in the capacity of Resident Project Representative to assist Engineer in providing extensive observation of construction project and serve as Engineer’s liaison with Contractor.
Attend pre-construction & weekly job progress meetings.
Conduct on-site observations of the work in progress to assist Engineer in determining if the work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents, both alone and/or as part of a team.
Provide and maintain all records related to the project in question including daily quantities.
Keep a diary or logbook of all observations and daily activities for ongoing work and provide Engineer with daily reports to include all labor trades and equipment supplied by Contractor.
Review applications for payment with Contractor and confer with Engineer on recommendations for progress payments.
Prepare a final punch list at substantial completion and perform final project review for project closeout.
Construction and building inspectors examine worksites, both alone and as part of a team. Some inspectors climb ladders or crawl in tight spaces. Most work full time during regular business hours.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents
Supplemental bonding leave for non-birthing parents in states that do not offer a paid family leave program
Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Support for professional development and credentialing