Senior Highway Inspector (NICET III)
Mannik Smith Group, East Brunswick, NJ, United States
Senior Highway Inspector (NICET III)
Department:
Construction/CEI
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
East Brunswick, NJ
Compensation:
$100,000 - $125,000 / year
Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Highway Inspector with a NICET Level III Certification in Highway Construction to lead field inspection efforts for complex transportation infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey for NJTA/NJDOT. This role will serve as a key liaison between contractors, project management teams, and public agency stakeholders, ensuring all construction activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of inspection operations on high‑visibility roadway and bridge projects, while mentoring junior inspectors and contributing to successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
Lead and perform daily inspection of highway and roadway construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, plans, and specifications.
Serve as the on‑site highway inspector for construction work performed by the contractor and subcontractors.
Oversee contractor operations including earthwork, paving, structures, drainage systems, and traffic control.
Interact with the construction contractor’s site supervision on field activities to ensure compliance with the construction contract requirements.
Prepare daily reports, correspondence, change orders, periodic payment estimates, and quantity computations.
Observe details of work performed by others, documenting results; obtain photographic documentation of work performed.
Confirm compliance with technical documents and industry‑specific standards and codes.
Review and download field data into laptop computer and transfer to company server.
Discuss projects with project team on a daily basis.
Make accurate judgment calls on a variety of construction field activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering is preferred.
NICET Level III in Highway Construction certification is required.
ACI, TCC, CCTC, and NJSAT certifications required.
5+ years of experience in highway construction inspection.
Experience with NJDOT / NJTA projects required.
OSHA 10‑hour safety course is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good time‑management skills.
Ability to perform under pressure.
Good skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program, and paid time off/parental leave.
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Department:
Construction/CEI
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
East Brunswick, NJ
Compensation:
$100,000 - $125,000 / year
Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Highway Inspector with a NICET Level III Certification in Highway Construction to lead field inspection efforts for complex transportation infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey for NJTA/NJDOT. This role will serve as a key liaison between contractors, project management teams, and public agency stakeholders, ensuring all construction activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of inspection operations on high‑visibility roadway and bridge projects, while mentoring junior inspectors and contributing to successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
Lead and perform daily inspection of highway and roadway construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, plans, and specifications.
Serve as the on‑site highway inspector for construction work performed by the contractor and subcontractors.
Oversee contractor operations including earthwork, paving, structures, drainage systems, and traffic control.
Interact with the construction contractor’s site supervision on field activities to ensure compliance with the construction contract requirements.
Prepare daily reports, correspondence, change orders, periodic payment estimates, and quantity computations.
Observe details of work performed by others, documenting results; obtain photographic documentation of work performed.
Confirm compliance with technical documents and industry‑specific standards and codes.
Review and download field data into laptop computer and transfer to company server.
Discuss projects with project team on a daily basis.
Make accurate judgment calls on a variety of construction field activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering is preferred.
NICET Level III in Highway Construction certification is required.
ACI, TCC, CCTC, and NJSAT certifications required.
5+ years of experience in highway construction inspection.
Experience with NJDOT / NJTA projects required.
OSHA 10‑hour safety course is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good time‑management skills.
Ability to perform under pressure.
Good skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program, and paid time off/parental leave.
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