Demo

Construction Inspector II CM

GAI Consultants Inc
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

About This Position:

Construction Inspector II should have basic knowledge and be able to inspect basic operations of earthwork, pavement, structural components and utilities. They should also be able to verify simile field testing for material properties, document characteristics of materials and recognize unsafe construction procedures and site conditions, not only for the contractor but the traveling public as well. The Inspector II should be able to identify observed, measured or tested properties and provide accurate and appropriate notes and reports of such. Be able to communicate concerns about acceptability of work and other potential problems to the proper team member in an accurate, professional and timely manner. Work on small projects or portions of larger projects as part of the inspection team. Typical projects include highway, roundabout, traffic signal and bridge.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Primary data collector in the field; including quantity tracking and calculations; material truck tickets, material box labels, etc.
  • Distinguish different types of soils and aggregates
  • Verify the correct WZTC for different lane configurations and scenarios have been placed in accordance with MUTCD and projects plans
  • Identify dates of project operations from a basic project schedule
  • Write daily reports, compile and maintain documentation related to work overseen
  • Inspect environmental components of the plans for compliance
  • Identify sampling requirements for materials
  • Reliably conduct preplacement inspections
  • Inspect compaction methods and test results and determine their acceptability
  • Basic knowledge in the inspection of
  • Earthwork
  • Asphalt and Concrete pavements
  • Concrete Structure Construction
  • Drainage
  • Utilities and Incidental Construction

Job Requirements:

Field experience and successful completion of NICET Level II testing and requirements.

Per NYSDOT policy the following will also be considered as holding a NICET Level II (equivalent):

  • Previous employment by NYSDOT as a title SET.
  • Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an ABET/EAC accredited program or an approved equivalent.

A minimum of twenty (20) months of direct involvement in highway construction inspection or a closely related field and a current NICET Level II certification or approved equivalent. Familiarity of NYSDOT specification and procedures is preferred (but not required). ACI and NETTCP Soils and Aggregate certification or NYSDOT in house training are preferred (but not required). Computer skills are required and knowledge of Site Manager and/or APPIA software is preferred (but not required).

Pay Range:  $31.50/hour – $49.44/hour

Pay is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly.

Salary : $32 - $49

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Construction Inspector II CM?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Construction Inspector II CM career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$59,812 - $78,572
Income Estimation: 
$75,281 - $100,375
Income Estimation: 
$75,281 - $100,375
Income Estimation: 
$86,771 - $123,064
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at GAI Consultants Inc

  • GAI Consultants Inc Cranberry, PA
  • GAI Consultants, a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm, a Construction Technician (Transportation Construction Inspector) for projects in District... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • GAI Consultants Inc Overland Park, KS
  • GAI Consultants is seeking an Associate Substation CAD Operator to support Substation projects. This position requires working with engineering and other t... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • GAI Consultants Inc Homestead, PA
  • GAI Consultants is looking for an Engineering Manager 1 for our Glen Allen, VA or Pittsburgh, PA office. Your responsibilities in this position will includ... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • GAI Consultants Inc Cranberry, PA
  • GAI Consultants, Inc. is looking for an Assistant CAD Operator 3 for support of civil engineering projects. This position requires working in a team-based ... more
  • 5 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Construction Inspector II CM jobs in the Albany, NY area that may be a better fit.

  • GAI Consultants Inc Albany, NY
  • About This Position: Construction Inspector III is qualified to independently perform, test, inspect and record project operations with a high degree of co... more
  • 2 Months Ago

  • GAI Consultants Inc Albany, NY
  • About This Position: Construction Inspector IV is qualified to perform their duties under a Professional Engineer and able to act as an authority as delega... more
  • 24 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!