Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector

Job overview

The Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector role is onsite at project locations in Albany County, NY, with pay of $35–$55 per hour. Fisher Associates is seeking coverage for a guide rail project planned for construction in 2027, with an anticipated duration of approximately four months. The inspector verifies that construction work follows approved plans, specifications, and applicable requirements. Through field inspections, documentation, safety monitoring, and coordination with project teams, the role helps identify and correct non-compliant work and maintain construction quality.

What you'll do

• Inspect construction activities against approved plans and codes
• identify and report deviations
• verify compliance with local, state, and federal requirements
• maintain inspection records and reports
• coordinate with contractors, project managers, and engineers
• attend meetings
• recommend corrections
• monitor materials, workmanship, and site safety.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

resident engineer

transportation construction inspector

albany county ny

fisher associates

$35–$55/hour

guide rail project

construction inspection

nicet level iii or iv

osha 10-hour

plan compliance

safety monitoring

field inspections

approximately four months

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires NICET Level III or IV certification or NYSDOT-equivalent experience and OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification. The project is anticipated in 2027 and is expected to last approximately four months.

About the employer

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.