Civil Inspector

Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection activities throughout all phases of assigned projects.
• Prepare accurate daily inspection reports, field narratives, special inspection reports, time-and-material records, and unit price documentation.
• Identify potential extra work and promptly notify the Resident Engineer (RE) and/or Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE).
• Prepare extra work estimates and supporting documentation.
• Review construction plans and specifications for constructability and provide technical comments and recommendations.
• Review contractor payment applications and evaluate the reasonableness of quantities and work performed.
• Coverage inspection activities across multiple project sites and work locations.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections to verify compliance with contract requirements.
• Monitor and verify compliance with project safety standards and regulations.
• Cookordination construction activities, roadway/airfield closures, and utility shutdowns with JFK Operations and Maintenance personnel.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and communicate project status, issues, and recommendations to project management.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience inspecting civil construction projects of varying size (typically ranging from $500,000 to $5 million or more) and complexity, including projects involving multiple crews and shift operations.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, including passing all required security threat assessments, fingerprint-based criminal history record checks, and background investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing daily reports, inspection reports, and contract documentation.
• Experience reviewing contractor payment applications and documenting extra work/change orders.
• Ability to effectively coordinate with contractors, Resident Engineers, project stakeholders, and facility personnel.
• Working knowledge of construction safety requirements and industry best practices.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and night shifts as required to support project operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aeronautical or airport construction projects.
• Familiarity with airfield pavement construction, airport utility infrastructure, and operational coordination within active airport environments.