Entry-Level Construction Inspector
About the role
You’ll be trained to perform quality control for the construction and rehabilitation of roads and/or bridges, general site work, maintenance and protection of traffic, drainage, earthwork, paving, concrete work, reinforcement steel placement, utility relocation work, coordination, and safety in northern/central New Jersey. You’ll also review contract documents and construction plans and prepare inspection reports documenting the on-site inspection of the Contractor’s means and methods of constructing components of road/bridge construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform quality control for construction and rehabilitation of roads and/or bridges
- Inspect general site work, maintenance and protection of traffic, drainage, earthwork, paving, concrete work, reinforcement steel placement, and utility relocation work
- Review contract documents and construction plans
- Prepare inspection reports documenting on-site inspection of Contractor’s means and methods
- Coordinate and ensure safety on construction projects
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Able to work either days or nights, as required by the project assignment
- Ability to read contract documents and construction plans
- Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record
- Math and computer skills
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (17 days per calendar year starting from your start date)
- Seven paid holidays
- Caregiver leave
- Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
- Legally mandated benefits
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $66,900.00 to $85,000.00 and will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Job posted on August 24, 2026. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.