We are seeking a Utilities Inspector to join our team for a significant rail tunnel project in the New York / New Jersey area. In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful relocation, installation, and protection of essential utility infrastructure during the construction process. This role involves inspecting, monitoring, and documenting utility-related construction activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect utility work, including the relocation, installation, and protection of water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensure utility construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, contracts, and applicable codes.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure adherence to project schedules.
• Identify and document deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact between contractors, utility companies, and project management.
• Coordinate with utility owners and agencies to minimize disruptions and resolve conflicts in a timely manner.
• Provide updates on utility work progress and issues to the project team.
• Maintain accurate daily inspection logs, photos, and reports detailing work performed, issues encountered, and resolutions.
• Assist in reviewing contractor submittals, RFIs, and change order requests related to utility work.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar related work experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in utility inspection, utility construction, or related infrastructure projects.

Key Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of utility systems (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunications).
• Familiarity with excavation, trenching, and underground utility installation standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of utility relocation processes and coordination with utility owners.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations related to utility construction (e.g., OSHA, NJDEP, and local codes).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify and document non-conformance issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective coordination with contractors, utility companies, and project stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Construction Inspector (e.g., NICET or ICC certification).
• Experience working in rail, tunnel, or other heavy civil infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with New Jersey utility providers and permitting processes.
• Experience managing union electrical contractors or any prior experience dealing with utility companies (like PSE&G or Con Edison) would be a bonus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

- Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plans with company matching, life insurance, and disability coverage
- Paid Time Off: 20 days PTO, 9 holidays
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Options for flex-time and remote work to accommodate different lifestyles and needs
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure employees and their families are covered.
- Professional Development: Education, training, tuition, and certification reimbursement programs to support continuous learning and career advancement
- Inclusive Culture: A diverse and welcoming environment that encourages internal mobility and community involvement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jersey City,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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