Entry Level Construction Inspector

About the role

Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm that delivers boutique‑level client relationships with the capabilities of a large organization. The firm provides civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying services to local, state, and federal clients. This position is for fresh engineering graduates to support transportation and infrastructure construction projects on highways, bridges, and airports. The role combines 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. The position is on‑site with daily field presence and may require night shifts, overtime, and occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on highway, bridge, airport, and transportation infrastructure construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, field documentation, and project records.
• Assist with Office Engineer responsibilities, including reviewing construction documentation and coordinating project information.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, project managers, contractors, and client agencies.
• Support materials testing, quality assurance, and project closeout documentation as required.
• Work on‑site daily, with availability for night shifts, overtime, and occasional weekends based on project schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required).
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in an active construction environment.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, overtime, and occasional weekends as project needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, or up to two (2) years of experience supporting transportation, highway, bridge, airport, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to construction inspection, field engineering, materials testing, or office engineering.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• NJACI (New Jersey ACI Concrete Certification).
• NJSAT (New Jersey Subsurface Aggregate Technician).
• NICET Level I, II, or III certification.
• Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) certification.
• Certified Construction Technologist (CCTC) certification.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Educational assistance program.
• Paid time off and parental leave.

Pay

Pay Transparency: The posting indicates a base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.