Engineering, environmental, geospatial and municipal services to build communities and improve lives.
Inspect transportation construction projects to ensure compliance with plans/specs.
11 days ago ago
$40 - $62
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Aurora, IL
Field
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Geospatial Services
Municipal Services
Fiber + Broadband
Land Development
Planning
Transportation
Sector Specialisms
Broadband
Construction
Environmental
Geospatial
Land Development
Municipal
Planning
Transportation
Role
Description
material inspection
quality assurance
progress monitoring
yield testing
construction layout
pay estimating
Maintains neat and accurate project documentation.
Inspects materials to ensure compliance with specifications and plans.
Observes and verifies that contractors are building roadway, related structures, or project improvements in accordance with plans, specifications and construction standards.
Answers questions from the contractor, public or other project field personnel.
Observes and documents the contractor’s work progress to record that it is being completed in conformance with the plans and specifications, contract documents, and applicable local, state, and/or federal regulatory requirements.
Assists in the development of the pay estimate, quantifying pay items on projects and settling accounting disputes with the contractor on behalf of our client.
Performs quality assurance checks and advises contractor of the recommended course of action when work or materials are not in compliance with requirements.
Advises their manager or Resident Engineer of contractor activities and reports any concerns.
Performs yield checks, depth checks, and utility testing. Performs basic construction layout work (including bench circuits and providing line and grade for various construction elements).
Communicates with client and contractor to make recommendations and resolve concerns related to the project schedule, plan changes, materials, workmanship, or additional costs. Mediates project related matters with the contractor on behalf of the client.
May assist the Resident Engineer with other job duties as assigned.
Requirements
osha-10
high school
10+ yrs
ms office
inspection
driver's license
Must have received training on equipment commonly used in the generation of engineering-related tests and analysis.
OSHA-10 Hour Safety Training
Must be able to work hours outside of normal business hours and may include weekends.
High School diploma or equivalent
10+ years of related Construction inspection/observation experience is required.
Excellent time management, communication, and technical skills are required.
Familiarity with documentation requirements and inspection procedures
Understands and interprets local, state, and/or federal standard specifications and procedures.
The employee must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business, and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
Must possess knowledge of MS Office suite of products
Requires regular travel to and from remote worksites
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Since 1913
Year Established
With over a century of experience, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering and technical solutions.
Top 500
ENR Ranking
Recognized as one of the leading design firms in the U.S., it consistently delivers high-quality infrastructure and public works projects.
Grew from local roots in Iowa to a national footprint with offices across the United States.
Delivers a blend of engineering, technical, and management solutions—helping design bridges, wastewater systems, fiber networks, and more.
Typical projects include transportation upgrades, water resource management, land development, and broadband planning.
Standout work includes the Sioux Falls Main Pump Station and Aurora pedestrian bridge over the Fox River.
Has expertise in Transportation, Water, Land Development, Broadband, Environmental, Geospatial, Municipal Services, and Construction.
Culture + Values
Leadership: They grow and adapt to a changing and complex world.
Performance: They approach each day with an owner’s perspective.
Operational Excellence: They operate a profitable and sustainable organization.
Collaboration: They build partnerships.
Community: They make a difference in their offices and their communities.
Environment + Sustainability
500
ENR Top Ranking
Ranked among ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms for consistent business growth, demonstrating sustainable operations.
37%
Employee Stock Participation
Over 37% of employees participate in stock ownership, aligning incentives toward long-term sustainability.
Company is employee-owned and ‘operate a profitable and sustainable organization’ (Operational Excellence).
Firm is Great Place to Work™ certified—supports institutional sustainability in culture.
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics available on website or LinkedIn.