Construction Inspector

Arcadis•New York, NY

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Construction Inspector to work on Port Authority of New York and New Jersey projects throughout the tri-state area. This full-time position addresses transportation infrastructure needs in the bi-state region and may include intermittent overtime. Experience with large-scale aviation and rail projects is strongly preferred. The Construction Inspector conducts daily inspections and supervises and controls construction activities to help ensure site safety, compliance with permit conditions, and coordination with other city agencies. The inspector monitors contractor performance for adherence to technical requirements and responsiveness. Responsibilities span all project phases and include preparing project records, reviewing plans and payment requests, identifying and documenting extra work, coordinating inspections and work activities, and verifying quality and safety. The role requires at least 10 years of construction inspection experience, the ability to interpret construction documents, strong communication and documentation skills, and the ability to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge. Weekend and night work may be required. Arcadis describes its work as delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions and emphasizes inclusion, career development, and meaningful work.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience inspecting construction work across projects varying in size, from $500K to $5M+, and complexity, including multiple crews and crew sizes per shift.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, including passing required security threat assessments, fingerprint-based criminal history records checks, and background investigations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience preparing daily reports, inspection reports, and contract documentation.
Experience reviewing contractor payment applications and documenting extra work.
Ability to coordinate with contractors, Resident Engineers, and facility personnel.
Working knowledge of construction safety requirements.
Valid driver’s license.
Willingness to work weekends and night shifts when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on large-scale aviation and rail projects.
Aeronautical construction experience.
Capital Contract Supervision Oversight.
Construction/Restoration Oversight.
OSHA 10 Certification.
EIT Certification.
Experience in the water/wastewater field.

Responsibilities

Perform construction inspection activities throughout all phases of the project.
Prepare daily narratives, special inspection reports, time-and-material records, and unit price documentation.
Identify potential extra work issues and notify the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
Prepare extra work estimates and supporting documentation.
Review plans for constructability and provide comments.
Review contractor payment requests and recommend whether they are reasonable.
Coordinate inspections at multiple work locations.
Perform quality assurance inspections of completed work.
Verify compliance with safety requirements.
Coordinate work activities, closures, and utility shutdowns with JFK Operations and Maintenance staff.
Conduct daily inspections and supervise and control construction activities to support site safety, permit compliance, and coordination with other city agencies.
Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to technical requirements and a high level of responsiveness and effectiveness.