Entry Level Construction Inspector

About ArtheonArtheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.We are seeking fresh engineering graduates to support transportation and infrastructure construction projects across highways, bridges, and airports. The successful candidate will perform field inspection and office engineering duties, including interpreting construction plans and specifications, overseeing materials testing, reviewing documentation, and preparing reports. Experience with NJDOT or NJ Turnpike Authority projects is highly desirable.This is an on-site position requiring daily field presence. The role involves outdoor work in varying conditions and flexibility to accommodate night shifts and occasional weekend assignments based on project requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform field inspections on highway, bridge, airport, and transportation infrastructure construction projectsMonitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety requirements, and quality standardsRead and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications, and contract documentsPrepare daily inspection reports, field documentation, and project recordsAssist with Office Engineer responsibilities, including reviewing construction documentation and coordinating project informationCoordinate with Resident Engineers, project managers, contractors, and client agenciesSupport materials testing, quality assurance, and project closeout documentation as requiredWork on-site daily, with availability for night shifts, overtime, and occasional weekends based on project schedulesSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering requiredAbility to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and technical documentsStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsWillingness to work outdoors in an active construction environmentValid driver's license with reliable transportationAbility to work flexible hours, including nights, overtime, and occasional weekends as project needs requirePreferred QualificationsInternship, co-op, or up to two (2) years of experience supporting transportation, highway, bridge, airport, or heavy civil infrastructure projectsExposure to construction inspection, field engineering, materials testing, or office engineeringOSHA 10 certificationNJACI (New Jersey ACI Concrete Certification)NJSAT (New Jersey Subsurface Aggregate Technician)NICET Level I, II, or III certificationTraffic Control Coordinator (TCC) certificationCertified Construction Technologist (CCTC) certificationBenefitsPay Transparency:The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.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.