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Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking an Inspector II for our NJ office to support our Transportation Business Line.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS +2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NICET Level 2 or Level 3 Certification in Highway Construction Inspection or equivalence gained by experience is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in highway construction inspection, including NJDOT and NJTA projects.
• 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 wear and work in personal protective equipment such hard hat, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles, gloves and mask.
• Excellent reporting, documentation, and communication skills for project coordination.
• Able to work outdoors on construction sites under all weather conditions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Able to work overtime as required
• Proficiency in construction-related software (such as SiteManager, AASHTOWare, Capex or similar) is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to project sites.

• Provides guiding direction for inspections on engagements on the project assigned
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records that will used to generate As-Builts
• Serves as technical expert in field inspections ad audits, recognized as the ‘go-to’ expert internally and externally
• Relies on extensive experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Provides on the job training to new employees
• Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records
• Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning
• Tracks quality assurance progress
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers
• Perform detailed field inspections on highway and bridge construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with construction standards, contract specifications, and industry regulations.
• Review and interpret project plans, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents to ensure work is completed according to design.
• Maintain daily reports, documentation, and progress logs on project activities, including materials used, work performed, and any potential issues.
• Monitor and enforce safety regulations and quality control measures at project sites.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to identify and resolve project-related issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct and document material testing, sampling, and field measurements as required.
• Attend project meetings and provide updates on inspection findings.
• Additional duties as directed by the Resident Engineer
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