Construction Inspector - Rail and Transit

Overview

Inspect rail tunnel excavation and shafts, ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• excavation inspection
• quality audit
• daily reporting
• safety enforcement
• independent testing
• field coordination

Tasks

-Verify that excavation practices align with design requirements for tunneling and large shafts. -Inspect materials and equipment used for excavation and tunneling, checking for compliance with quality standards. -Maintain detailed records of daily work activities, site conditions, and inspection results. -Provide regular reports on progress, any issues encountered, and corrective actions taken, ensuring documentation aligns with project requirements. -Perform daily site inspections of excavation and shaft activities to ensure work is conducted, according to project specifications, safety standards, and engineering plans. -Document and report any deviations or deficiencies, working closely with contractors to address issues promptly to ensure quality throughout the project. -Identify potential safety hazards, report violations, and ensure contractors follow site-specific safety plans, especially around large shafts and excavation zones. -Enforce safety standards on-site, including adherence to OSHA and other regulatory safety protocols. -Coordinate independent testing. -Verify work in accordance with specs and drawings. -Communicate inspection findings and collaborate on solutions to on-site issues, such as unexpected ground conditions or equipment adjustments. -Work closely with construction supervisors and engineers to address any concerns that arise during inspection. -Coordinate contractor, subs and stakeholder field operations.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 10 years
• heavy civil
• mega projects
• rail transit
• on‑site

What You Bring

-Experience working with multiple partners and clients -Experience with Mega Projects in the Rail and Transit industry -Bachelor's Degree in related field -10 years experience -This role demands a solid background in heavy civil construction with a focus on large shafts and excavation -Tunneling experience a plus -Requires being on-site 100% of the time to provide continuous oversight

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About Parsons Corporation

-Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally. -It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction. -Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works. -Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects. -The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

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