Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
Construction Inspector
Inspect construction sites, document work, and ensure compliance with contract specs
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Observe construction to ensure work aligns with approved contract documents, plans and specifications. • Perform full‑time observation of construction activities and support the documentation process. • Prepare detailed electronic daily reports that record project activities. • Provide site support for on‑site engineering subcontractors. • Act responsibly and safely, monitoring others for unsafe actions. • Identify contractual changes and document potential project issues. • Prepare construction quantities and pay‑item schedules. • Monitor on‑site activities and represent Mott MacDonald and the client professionally. • Interact courteously and professionally with the public and client representatives.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸construction observation
- ▸daily reports
- ▸site support
- ▸safety monitoring
- ▸quantity takeoff
- ▸contract review
What You Bring
Mott MacDonald’s hybrid work model emphasizes in‑office collaboration, requiring a minimum of three days per week on site to balance flexibility with face‑to‑face interaction. • Minimum five years of active construction inspection experience. • Understanding of contract documents, plans and specifications; ability to communicate with construction personnel and contractors. • Knowledge of shop drawings, material specifications, mechanical operations, basic electrical and process control; willingness to ask for help when needed. • Familiarity with construction products, materials, equipment, inspection/management practices and safety regulations. • Experience using GPS and data‑collection computers. • NICET Level 3 or higher (preferred). • Experience with South New Jersey municipal construction projects (preferred). • High school diploma and interest or experience in inspecting large, multi‑discipline projects. • Valid driver’s license. • Willingness to travel to regional job sites as required.
Requirements
- ▸construction inspection
- ▸gps
- ▸nicet l3
- ▸high school
- ▸driver's license
- ▸travel
Benefits
Employees have a stake and voice in the business, receiving performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), medical, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company‑paid life insurance. The expected salary for this position ranges from $69,000 to $84,000, with individual pay determined by factors such as location, education, experience and unique skills.
Work Environment
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