Senior Construction Inspector

Trilon Group

Senior Construction Inspector inspecting Artheon’s heavy highway, bridge, and road projects in New Jersey. Ensuring contractor compliance with specifications, safety regulations, and traffic-control standards.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeNeptune • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $25 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Heavy Highway Construction with a focus on compliance, safety regulations, and project documentation. Proficient in material testing, inspection reporting, and familiarity with New Jersey transportation standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Heavy Highway Construction ExperienceNICET III CertificationACI Field Grade I CertificationTraffic Control Coordinator CertificationBlueprint Reading

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Hard Skills

Material TestingSite InspectionProject Progress DocumentationSafety Regulation ComplianceEnvironmental Regulation Enforcement

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationTechnical Writing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Site ManagerCapExMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

NICET III CertificationACI Field Grade I CertificationNJSAT CertificationTraffic Control Coordinator Certification

Industry Keywords

Maintenance and Protection of Traffic StandardsNew Jersey Department of Transportation StandardsNew Jersey Turnpike Authority StandardsOSHA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Inspect heavy highway, bridge, and road projects to ensure contractors comply with project plans, specifications, and safety regulations
Conduct daily site inspections
Perform material testing
Maintain daily logs of materials and project progress
Ensure compliance with Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT) standards
Observe paving, drainage, and structural work in progress
Prepare daily inspection reports and document workforce and equipment quantities
Monitor work zones for safety measures and OSHA compliance
Identify unsafe conditions and enforce environmental regulations such as erosion control
Assist Resident Engineers with submittals, pay-item tracking, and monthly estimates of completed work

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in Heavy Highway construction
NICET III and above certification
ACI Field Grade I certification
NJSAT (New Jersey Society of Asphalt Technologists) certification
Rutgers TCC (Traffic Control Coordinator) certification
Ability to read complex blueprints
Familiarity with agency electronic record systems, including Site Manager and CapEx
Familiarity with New Jersey Department of Transportation or New Jersey Turnpike Authority standards
Reliable personal vehicle for travel to and from job sites
Strong written communication and technical writing skills
Excellent computer skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel and Outlook

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Educational assistance program
Paid time off
Parental leave