Construction Inspection; CI Group Manager

Construction Inspection (CI) Group Manager

Fisher Associates is seeking a Construction Inspection (CI) Group Manager to oversee transportation and infrastructure inspection operations across New York State. You’ll manage staffing, quality control, project delivery, and day‑to‑day operations while mentoring a team of Inspectors. Ensure compliance with NYSDOT regulations, safety standards, and firm policies while delivering high-quality inspection services for highway, bridge, and municipal projects.

This is a high-impact opportunity to drive operational excellence, strengthen inspection teams, and help Fisher strategically expand its construction inspection services.

Ready to lead, elevate Fisher’s inspection services, and help deliver critical projects? Apply today and help move New York forward.

Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with eight locations nationwide. The firm provides civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast engineering and construction engineering services to public and private sector clients across numerous markets.

• You are empowered to achieve exceptional results through collaboration and ownership.
• Your voice matters in our inclusive and transparent culture, where accessible leadership genuinely welcomes ideas and feedback.
• Your growth is our priority. We offer clear career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing learning opportunities to support your development.
• You thrive in a culture that celebrates fun and fosters a relaxed, easy‑going atmosphere, so you can bring the best of yourself to work every day.
• Your journey is shaped by a culture of mentorship, where experienced colleagues guide your growth and you, in turn, inspire others.
• Your success is supported by our flexible work environment empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally.

• Lead and manage a team of Construction Inspectors within the Transportation Group, supporting highway, roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain inspection staff, building a high‑performing team focused on quality, safety, compliance, and client service.
• Oversee and coordinate construction inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with plans, specifications, standards, and contract documents, including DOT requirements.
• Review construction inspection reports for work in progress and completed work, including quantity estimates, and pay applications.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve technical, schedule, and financial issues, recommending corrective actions to maintain project performance.
• Support Resident Engineers with monthly pay estimates, change orders, and contract administration, providing review and assistance as needed.
• Partner with Project Managers to develop inspection scopes of work, fee estimates, business plans, and to deliver on project commitments.
• Provide input on project pursuit and viability decisions; assist with proposal development and participate in client interviews and presentations.
• Coordinate with the public, agencies, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to address inquiries, resolve issues, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Assist inspection staff and project sponsors with APPIA documentation, reporting, and administrative requirements.
• Promote and support training, safety programs, and professional certifications, ensuring ongoing compliance and continuous improvement for both self and team.

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Work on engaging transportation projects and experience first‑hand the positive changes you create in your own community.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company‑paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work‑life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental…