Construction Inspector

Trilon Group

Construction Inspector inspecting Artheon’s New Jersey heavy highway, bridge, and road projects. Ensuring contractor compliance with specifications, safety regulations, MPT standards, and project documentation requirements.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeBerlin • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in heavy highway construction inspection, ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Proficient in material testing, technical writing, and utilizing electronic record systems for project management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

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Hard Skills

Material TestingProject InspectionSafety Regulation ComplianceTechnical WritingDaily Log Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Site ManagerCapExMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

NICET II CertificationACI Field Grade I CertificationNJSAT CertificationTraffic Control Coordinator Certification

Industry Keywords

Maintenance and Protection of Traffic StandardsOSHA ComplianceEnvironmental RegulationsErosion ControlNew Jersey Department of Transportation Standards

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 work in progress and inspect paving, drainage, and structural elements
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, including erosion control
Assist Resident Engineers with submittals, pay-item tracking, and monthly estimates of completed work

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in heavy highway construction
NICET II and above certification
ACI Field Grade I certification
NJSAT 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 and on the job site
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