Construction Inspector

Benesch • Glastonbury, CT

55d • Onsite

About The Position

Benesch is seeking a dedicated Construction Inspector to join their Construction team, focusing on supporting Railroad Infrastructure Safety Improvement projects in the Western Connecticut and Southeastern New York region. This role involves inspecting, documenting, and helping manage various infrastructure projects, primarily for railroad grade crossing safety improvement projects, but potentially also road, water main, and sewer construction. The position also plays an important role in managing client relationships. This is a field-based role with limited office travel, and remote work is not anticipated during construction season or while construction activities are ongoing. Travel to various project sites within the specified region is required.

Requirements

• BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required
• Experience working on field projects required
• Excellent communication and intrapersonal skills
• Strong organization and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Good driving record and valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Licensed PE in the state of New York
• 5-10 years of working experience with NYSDOT is preferred
• Experience working with railroads, namely MTA, MNRR and/or LIRR is preferred
• Experience utilizing ArcGIS, MicroStation, and Geopak, and/or AutoCAD is desirable

Responsibilities

• Review and assure the project supervisor of the adequacy of the budget and schedule.
• Perform construction observation of construction activities and follow applicable project procedures.
• Maintain a field book in accordance with project procedures.
• Perform measurements of construction work performed and quantity calculations of pay items.
• Prepare Inspector Daily Reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures and as directed by the project supervisor.
• Report to the project supervisor on the progress of work, including technical issues, the status of work remaining to be done, and any noted deficiencies.
• Review plans, specifications, and submittments relating to assigned work.
• Provide design or other professional assistance to project managers.
• Maintain company-owned vehicles or other equipment assigned for use on the project.

Benefits

• Leadership development
• Training
• Clear paths forward for career growth
• Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Mentorship
• Hands-on experience
• Opportunities to make an impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level