About the Role
Join our dynamic team of Engineers and Arborists as we work together to improve the green infrastructure of NYC! We are seeking a Construction Inspector to join our team and work on projects for NYC Parks within the five boroughs of NYC. This full-time position includes intermittent opportunities for overtime work. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to guide the City's tree preservation and street tree programs. As you grow with Arcadis, you will become involved with other NYC Parks programs and City agencies, focusing on urban forests and natural systems such as the Staten Island Bluebelt and park restoration projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily inspections, supervise, and control construction activities to ensure site safety, compliance with permit conditions, and coordination with other city agencies.
- Monitor and supervise contractor performance to ensure adherence to technical requirements and maintain responsiveness.
- Conduct on-site measurements, track quantities, and perform design work before and during construction.
- Regularly report to the resident engineer, project lead, and professional engineer (PE) overseeing the programs.
- Participate in a green infrastructure mentorship program to gain knowledge and skills in environmentally friendly construction practices.
- Maintain daily, weekly, and expert tracking records.
- Verify quantities and line items in the field with contractors and clients.
- Hold and attend field meetings with contractors and owners to discuss progress, schedule, and work remaining.
- Function as an ambassador for the city’s urban forest resources during interactions with residents and landowners.
- Administer all H&S procedures as required by the owner and detailed in the H&S manual.
Requirements
- 2+ years of related experience in construction and/or civil engineering.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or closely related field.
- Proficiency in reading and understanding design plans, specifications, and shop drawing submittals.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to be mentored and comprehend green infrastructure in NYC.
Skills
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel
- Strong skills in Microsoft SharePoint
- Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse team
- Effectively represent Arcadis and client agencies in interactions with clients, local agencies, and the community.
Location
- Five boroughs of NYC
Work Type
- Full-time
- Intermittent opportunities for overtime work
Experience Level
- 2+ years of related experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or closely related field.
- OSHA 10 Certification (Preferred)
- EIT Certification (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $30.00 - $36.00/HR
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- EAP
- 401K
- STD
- LTD
- AD&D
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Reward & recognition program
- Optional wellbeing benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Nine paid holidays
- 15 days PTO that accrue per year
About the Company
- Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
- We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.
- We believe everyone's contribution matters.
- We are pioneering a skills based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
- You will be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.
- Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer.
- We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
