Highway Construction Inspectors ALBANY, NY

Albany, NY:
Highway Construction Inspectors 2026

At Boswell, we understand the significance of our work and its impact on society. Therefore, we deliver on-demand, sound, and state-of-the-art integrated engineering solutions to satisfy the complex needs of the sectors we serve. Due to consistent growth, we are seeking an additional 10 Highway Construction Inspectors for the 2026 Season in the Albany, NY area. Current U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required as well as prior NYSDOT inspection experience.

Ideally, we are seeking Construction Inspectors of all NICET Levels (II, III, IV) for assignment on upcoming highway, culvert, rail and bridge projects throughout NYSDOT Region 1 (Albany).

• Perform on-site inspection of various heavy highway and/or bridge rehabilitation/replacement, culverts, resurfacing, and roadway safety improvement projects.
• Daily inspection efforts on projects of varied complexity and size to ensure contractors' operations comply with project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Complete daily inspection reports.
• Prepare sketches and assemble data to utilize when making field changes to the project.
• Provide on-site inspection to ensure adequate inspection of contractor’s work and safety protocols are in conformance with the contract plans and specifications.
• Assist Resident Engineer, Office Engineer, and/or Chief Inspection in keeping track of pay items, MPT compliance, site safety, contract-specific requirements, and reporting any deviations.
• Assure general compliance with the client’s standards and specifications.
• Perform both office and field construction inspection duties.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering for pertinent NICET equivalency.
• Ability to interpret plans/specifications and properly document collected data.
• Prior history as a Construction Inspector on NYSDOT transportation projects.
• Prior experience supervising subordinate staff for NICET III / IV assignments preferred. Professional Engineer (P.E. or P. Eng) license in lieu of NICET III or IV license is also preferred.
• ACI Field Technician Certification.
• Traffic Control Certification.
• NETTCP, NACE and/or SSPC Certification a plus.
• Experience and familiarity with MURK.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of Site Manager.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation as well as current U.S. work eligibility preferred.
• Ability and flexibility to work nights and/or weekends as required.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD and LTD).
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Health savings account (HSA).
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) includes vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Boswell Academy Training and mentoring.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Employees may be eligible for participation in our company annual discretionary incentive bonus program contingent on business and individual performance.
• All employees, including part-time workers, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws.

Boswell accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Hourly non-exempt pay range: $40.00 – $58.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Overtime pay at 1.5 times and a night work differential of 10% of base rate are added.

Boswell Engineering is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.