Construction Inspector

Job Title: Construction Inspector

Job Description

• We are seeking a Construction Inspector / Construction Oversight Representative to support field activities on large infrastructure construction projects across New York State.
• This role will focus on monitoring contractor work, observing construction progress, and helping ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with project expectations.
• This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with general construction inspection experience or contractor oversight experience, including commercial, civil, infrastructure, or utility-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor work and observe construction progress.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with project expectations.
• Read and understand basic construction drawings and specifications.
• Utilize basic technology such as Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting.
• Communicate effectively and organize documentation related to construction inspection.
• Travel to project sites as required to perform inspections.

Essential Skills

• 1–5 years of experience in construction inspection, construction oversight, or field support roles.
• General understanding of construction workflows and contractor operations.
• Comfortable working on active construction sites and interacting with contractors.
• Ability to read and understand basic construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience on infrastructure, utility, civil, or energy-related construction projects is preferred.
• Exposure to pipeline, electric, gas, telecom, water, or utility work is a plus.
• Previous work with regulated or safety-sensitive projects is beneficial.
• Familiarity with inspection reporting, daily logs, or field documentation tools is advantageous.

Work Environment

• This role is field-based on active construction sites, requiring outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Overtime or extended hours may be required during peak construction activity.
• The position offers exposure to large, visible infrastructure projects that matter, such as energy, utilities, and transmission systems, providing experiences that enhance your resume quickly.
• There is a focus on converting strong performers to permanent employees, offering a dynamic work environment with opportunities for faster skill development compared to static sites.

*This role is 6 days on site, 60 hours. Any hours over 40, you will receive time and a half. Per diem provided if not local, able to travel home for Sundays!*

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $30 - $35