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Working at Mott MacDonald

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Join Mott MacDonald as a Civil Engineer - Inspector in Buffalo, NY. This full-time, hybrid role offers an expected salary of $55k - $67k per year and participation in a structured three-year graduate program, focusing on bridge, highway, and transportation construction inspection.

Requirements

  • 0-5 years of highway and bridge construction inspection experience.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
  • Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Construction Inspection: Assist senior staff with monitoring daily construction activities, tracking quantities, and verifying material conformance.
  • Drawing Interpretation: Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications for transportation projects.
  • Data Management: Collect data, conduct field measurements, perform calculations, and document contractor work.
  • Communication: Maintain good organizational and interpersonal communication skills while coordinating with contractors.
  • Potential transition routes: People from civil engineering technician or general construction roles may bring field data collection and blueprint reading skills, alongside meeting educational requirements.

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we believe engineering is about more than solving problems; it is about shaping a future that is inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. As we expand across the US and Canada, we are inviting passionate individuals to join a purpose-driven journey powered by brilliant people. As trusted consultants, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges, deliver sustainable solutions, and create lasting impact for the communities they serve.

From the moment you join our team, you will work alongside experienced engineering consultants, project managers, subject matter experts, mentors, and peers who champion integrity, teamwork, excellence, and innovation. You will build your technical skills while developing the mindset of a consultant; contributing to meaningful work, collaborating to achieve better outcomes, and growing with support every step of the way.

As a participant in Blueprint, our new graduate program, you will embark on a structured three-year development journey designed in collaboration with an award-winning learning provider. The program combines immersive learning experiences with required development sessions to build the professional, commercial, and personal effectiveness skills graduates need to thrive and lead in our business.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have interest in a diverse range of construction projects including but not limited to bridge, highway, culvert, and related transportation improvement projects.

  • Be detail oriented and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks at a time.

  • Possess appropriate level of education and/or experience.

  • Have valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Description of Duties:

  • Candidate will report to senior level inspection staff and assist with monitoring of daily construction activities, tracking and reporting quantity usage, and preparing daily work reports as needed.

  • Verify conformance of materials supplied by contractor with standard specifications and contract documents.

  • Interpret construction drawings and specifications on projects as needed.

  • Must be willing to work weekends and/or weeknights as necessary.

Candidate Qualifications:

  • 0-5 years inspection experience related to highway and bridge construction including New York State Department of Transportation, New York State Thruway Authority, and/or locally-administered Federal-Aid projects.

  • Proficiency in collecting data, interpreting plans, conducting field measurements, performing calculations, and documenting work performed by contractor.

  • Proficiency with standard software applications and ability to learn new programs.

  • Associates Degree in Civil Engineering/Technology or Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering/Technology.

  • Good organizational and interpersonal communication skills.

Build your career while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you will be encouraged to explore your potential, share your ideas, and make meaningful contributions from the start.

  • Learning and development experiences that support your career goals
  • Dedicated mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
  • Employee Resource Groups that help build connection and community
  • Meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow every day

Bring your curiosity, compassion, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative engineering consultancy where your perspective is valued, your development is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, as Mott MacDonald is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Benefits & Rewards

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

The expected salary for this position is $55k - $67k

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

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Mott MacDonald

Civil Engineer - Inspector

Buffalo, New York
Hybrid
$55k - $67k / year

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