Inspector

AECOM•Piscataway, NJ

32d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is actively seeking an Inspector for our New Jersey office to support our Transportation Business Line. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Perform detailed field inspections on highway and bridge construction projects and maintain comprehensive inspection records for As-Built documentation. Serve as the technical expert in field inspections and audits, recognized as the go-to resource internally and externally. Review and interpret project plans, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents to ensure work is completed according to design. Monitor and enforce compliance with construction standards, contract specifications, industry regulations, and safety protocols at project sites. Maintain daily reports, documentation, and progress logs on project activities, including materials used, work performed, and any issues identified. Conduct and document material testing, sampling, and field measurements as required. Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to identify and resolve project-related issues in a timely manner. Participate in punch lists, testing, commissioning, and project meetings to provide updates on inspection findings. Provide on-the-job training and guidance to new employees on inspection procedures and standards. Travel throughout New Jersey to support multiple project sites as assigned.

Requirements

HS +6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Experience in highway construction inspection, including NJDOT and NJTA projects
Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment such hard hat, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles, gloves and mask
Able to work outdoors on construction sites under all weather conditions
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

NICET Level 2 or Level 3 Certification in Highway Construction Inspection
Strong understanding of highway and bridge construction processes, materials, and safety protocols
Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and industry standards
Able to work overtime as required
Proficiency in construction-related software (such as SiteManager, AASHTOWare, Capex or similar) is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform detailed field inspections on highway and bridge construction projects and maintain comprehensive inspection records for As-Built documentation
Serve as the technical expert in field inspections and audits, recognized as the go-to resource internally and externally
Review and interpret project plans, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents to ensure work is completed according to design
Monitor and enforce compliance with construction standards, contract specifications, industry regulations, and safety protocols at project sites
Maintain daily reports, documentation, and progress logs on project activities, including materials used, work performed, and any issues identified
Conduct and document material testing, sampling, and field measurements as required
Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to identify and resolve project-related issues in a timely manner
Participate in punch lists, testing, commissioning, and project meetings to provide updates on inspection findings
Provide on-the-job training and guidance to new employees on inspection procedures and standards
Travel throughout New Jersey to support multiple project sites as assigned