Facilities Rail/Transit Construction Field Inspector

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Herndon, VA

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms. The Facilities Rail/Transit Construction Field Inspector applies standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction to assess structural quality, general safety, and conformance with plans, specifications, and codes. The role coordinates and supervises project inspection activities, maintains inspection records, addresses field issues on behalf of the client, and leads team members through ongoing performance management. Compensation is $72,800.00–$114,400.00, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The stated range is a good-faith estimate and may vary based on the experience of the selected candidate. Immigration sponsorship or support, including H1B and F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT, is not available except for qualified candidates eligible for TN visa classification.

Requirements

Strong computer proficiency.
Practical knowledge of engineering and construction practices and disciplines, as well as codes and regulations relating to different technical areas of construction.
Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Responsibilities

Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications, and construction methods to ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety regulations.
Perform routine tests on concrete, soils, and other materials.
Measure dimensions and verify the level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades, and/or pavement for compliance with plans and codes.
Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with plans, contract documents, specifications, and standards.
Assign, schedule, and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
Act on behalf of the client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction-related field issues.
Gather and maintain record documents.
Make field notes and computations.
Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, subcontractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
Lead and manage team members through leadership and continuous performance management, including setting expectations and goals, providing feedback, holding one-to-one meetings, and coaching to support team growth and development.
Perform other related duties as assigned.