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We are seeking a skilled Construction Inspector to join our team at Lochner. As a Construction Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of our construction projects.

• Read and interpret complex contract plans, specifications, special provisions, permits, shop drawings, and working drawings.
• Monitor and report on daily contractor activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Ensure highway work zones and traffic control setups, including lane closures or detours, conform to contract requirements.
• Verify that work interfering with traffic is performed only during allowable periods in the contract.
• Check lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard field measuring equipment.
• Measure and calculate quantities of contract items for payments to the contractor.
• Track labor, material, and equipment used on each operation covered.
• Identify plan discrepancies or other potential issues to the Chief Inspector/Resident Engineer for resolution and suggest solutions as feasible.
• Perform material testing on site as needed and obtain material samples for testing as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or NICET certification.
• 0-2 years of construction inspection experience, with experience on CTDOT or RIDOT projects preferred.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and swing shifts as required on assigned projects.
• Hourly payment with 1.5x overtime for over 40 hours in a week.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Certifications from NETTCP, ACI, ATSSA, AWS, NACE a plus, though not required.
• Personal vehicle needed, along with a valid driver's license and clean driving record, with reimbursement for on-site mileage.

• Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Company-paid disability, including paid maternity leave, and life insurance.
• Health savings accounts (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical expenses and/or dependent care.
• Paid family leave.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible).
• Wellness program for physical and mental health.
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501(c)(3).
• Education and training assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid time off for charitable acts of service.