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Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector

Syracuse, NYOnsiteFull Time$35–$55 /hrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • NYSDOT equivalent experience
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction
  • construction inspection
  • safety compliance
  • material quality
  • workmanship

Nice to have

  • roadway construction
  • utility construction
  • transportation construction

Role summary

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer/Transportation Construction Inspector for a 3-month contract role in Syracuse, NY, overseeing a shared use path and lighting project. The position involves on-site inspections to ensure construction aligns with approved plans, codes, and specifications, while monitoring for safety compliance and quality. Responsibilities include detailed record-keeping, report preparation, and collaboration with project teams to address any deviations or issues. The role requires NICET Level III/IV certification or equivalent experience, OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification, and ideally prior experience in roadway, utility, or transportation construction.

Description

Fisher Associates is seeking a Resident Engineer/ Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee a shared use path project in the City of Syracuse NY. Work includes asphalt shared use path and lighting. Construction is anticipated in 2027.

Location: City of Syracuse

Duration: approximately 3 months

Level: III/IV

Salary Range: $35-55 / hr

For confidential inquiries contact Dave Keller:

Email: dkeller@fisherassoc.com

Call or Text: (585) 362-7575

What you will do:

  • Perform on-site inspections to confirm construction activities match approved plans and codes
  • Identify and report any deviations from approved plans and specifications
  • Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal requirements
  • Keep clear inspection records, including photos and notes
  • Prepare inspection reports and document needed corrections
  • Work with project teams including contractors, project managers, and engineers to discuss inspection results and address any issues
  • Attend meetings and provide inspection updates
  • Provide recommendations to bring non-compliant work up to standard
  • Monitor material quality and workmanship
  • Oversee job sites for safety compliance
  • Report and address any safety hazards or violations promptly
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • NICET Level III or IV certification (or NYSDOT equivalent experience)
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification (required)
  • Prior experience with roadway, utility, or transportation construction projects preferred

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
  • Must be able to access and navigate construction sites
  • Ability to transverse uneven grounds.
  • Environmental Conditions: Office environment, field environment, construction site environment and inclement weather conditions.

Salary Range: $35 - $55/hour

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Fisher Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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