Construction Inspector

Job Description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald, an engineering consultant leader, is seeking a Construction Inspector reporting to our Freehold, NJ office. This professional will be added to our project teams and responsible for providing construction oversight, including documentation of various submittals and coordination with project engineers and contractors for local projects.

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Observing construction to identify and document work is being performed in accordance with approved contract documents, plans and specifications.

• Perform full-time observation of construction activities and support the documentation process.

• Preparing detailed electronic Daily Reports which will record the daily activities and be submitted for the project needs.

• Providing site support for on-site engineering subcontractors.

• Acting responsibly, acting safely, and observing actions by others for obviously unsafe actions.

• Recognizing what is or is not a contractual change and documenting any possible project issues.

• Preparing construction quantities and pay item schedules.

• Monitoring all on-site activities and representing Mott MacDonald and the client professionally and competently.

• Interfacing with the public and client representatives in courteously and professionally.

• Will be required to drive for business purposes.

We invite applications from candidates with the following qualifications:

• 5 years + active construction inspection experience required.

• Understanding of contract documents, plans, and specifications and ability to effectively communicate with project construction personnel and contractors

• Comprehension of shop drawings, material specifications, mechanical operations, basic electrical and process control knowledge, and the ability to ask for help when needed.

• Knowledge of construction products, materials, and equipment, as well as construction inspection and management practices and techniques, and safety regulations

• Knowledge of or experience working with GPS and data collection computers.

• NICET Level 3 or above experience preferred.

• South New Jersey Municipality construction experience preferred.

• H.S. Diploma and interest in an experience with inspection on large, multi-discipline projects;

• Valid driver's license required.

• Travel to job sites in the region may be required.

Benefits & Reward

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 provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

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

The expected salary for this position is $69,000 - $84,000

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.