Construction Inspector

About the Position

We’re seeking a Construction Inspector to support large, complex heavy civil infrastructure programs, including highways, roads, bridges, and transit (bus and rail) projects delivered through both traditional and alternative delivery methods. This position covers field inspection on transit facility and roadway work across civil, structural, mechanical, and roofing scopes. The goal is work that conforms to the contract documents, backed by field records that hold up from first inspection through closeout.

This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in the greater DMV Area.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspect contractor work on transit facility and roadway projects for conformance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Perform civil inspection of earthwork, underground utilities, drainage, paving, concrete flatwork, and site improvements.
• Inspect structural work, including concrete placement, reinforcing steel, structural steel, and repairs to existing structures.
• Inspect mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection installations, and observe functional testing and startup.
• Inspect roofing and building envelope work, including membrane systems, flashing, insulation, and roof drainage, against specification and manufacturer requirements.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, photo documentation, and field records that are accurate, timely, and defensible.
• Verify installed quantities submitted for payment against approved documents and field measurements.
• Document nonconforming work, notify the resident engineer, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Monitor contractor compliance with site safety, maintenance of traffic, and requirements for work adjacent to active transit operations, and report concerns promptly.
• Coordinate daily field activities with the resident engineer, contractor staff, materials testing personnel, and transit operations staff.
• Support punch list development, substantial completion inspections, and closeout documentation.

Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
• Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Confidence to document nonconforming work and hold a position with contractor field staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of civil, structural, mechanical, roofing, or general construction inspection experience for large (>$500M), complex, heavy-civil infrastructure projects.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health certification.
• 5+ years of experience supporting multiple concurrent tasks or projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings in the field.
• Working knowledge of construction materials, testing requirements, and inspection documentation practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, or construction management.
• Active inspection certifications such as Transportation Construction Inspection certification through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I through the American Concrete Institute (ACI), Commercial Building, Mechanical, or Structural Inspector certification through the International Code Council (ICC), or Registered Roof Observer (RRO) through the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC).
• Experience inspecting work at active transit facilities such as stations, bus maintenance facilities, or rail yards.
• Experience inspecting roadway and highway work, including paving, drainage, and maintenance of traffic.
• Roadway worker protection training or experience working adjacent to an operating rail system.
• Experience in an owner’s representative, program management, or construction management capacity.
• Experience with construction management and document control software (e.g., Unifier, e-Builder, ProjectWise, Procore, etc.).

Compensation Details

Expected Salary: $70k-$105k/year ($33-$50/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!

• Unlimited flexible time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
• Formal career planning and development program
• $2,500 annually toward professional development
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
• Free personal financial planning services
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral bonus

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS