Assistant Chief Inspector, Construction

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York seeks an Inspector (Construction) to supervise inspection teams, ensure compliance with NYC Construction Codes and Department rules, and coordinate field work. The role includes reviewing drawings, testifying when needed, and maintaining records.

Remote work up to 2 days per week may be available. Residency not required; 55-a Program eligibility noted; competitive salary listed in the posting.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time construction trades experience or equivalent licensing.
• PE or RA license or Site Safety Manager license issued under NYS law.
• Sixty credits toward civil engineering or related degree or apprentice program.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the work of a team or unit.
• Prepares work schedules and monitors inspection outcomes.
• Assigns, supervises, and evaluates subordinates.
• Ensures inspections comply with NYC Construction Codes and Department rules.
• Responds to accidents and complaints; issues violations and stop work orders when needed.
• Maintains records and reports; may train subordinates.

Skills

Construction safety

NYC Construction Codes knowledge

Zoning Resolution knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Blueprints reading

Supervisory skills

Field inspections

Education

Professional Engineer license

Registered Architect license

Sixty credits toward civil engineering degree

Apprentice program in construction

Education/experience equivalent

Job description

This position assists a Chief Inspector responsible for the management of an inspection unit and performs supervisory work in the inspection of buildings, other structures, and/or devices in the assigned discipline for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.

Under Direction

• Assists the Chief or another manager in conducting efficient and effective inspection work to attain target goals. Plans, directs, and coordinates the work of a team or unit.
• Prepares work schedules and monitors outcomes of inspections.
• Assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of subordinates. Prioritizes assignments and coordinates workflow to ensure timely achievement of unit goals.
• Ensures that inspections are conducted in accordance with New York City Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution and Department rules and regulations.
• When conducting inspections in the field, responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints; issues violations, summonses and stop work orders; and verifies licenses of onsite workers.
• Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
• Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field.
• Makes joint inspections with other inspectors and makes special field inspections.
• Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
• Maintains records and makes reports.
• May train subordinates in their duties.
• May review applications relevant to the field.
• Represents the Department at meetings and conferences with representatives of public agencies and private entities.
• May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties

REMOTE WORK

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

INSPECTOR (CONSTRUCTION) - 31622

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of full-time satisfactory experience working in the construction trades as a carpenter, mason, ironworker, plasterer, architect, engineer, building construction superintendent, or inspector of building construction, or in related work. Working as a roofer, painter, sheet-metal worker, metal lather, sheetrock taper, glazier, or insulation installer is not acceptable experience; or
• A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education law or a license as a Site Safety Manager issued

by the NYC Department of Buildings; or

• Sixty credits towards a degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; or
• One year of experience as described in “1” above and one year of formal training or education in an acceptable construction program given in a college, technical school or trade school; or
• Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two years in length, in a construction trade or building inspection; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “3,” “4,” or “5” above
• To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed professional engineers, registered architects, or Site Safety Managers, must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, either (a) at least three additional years of experience as described in “1” above or (b) a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.
• To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II above, at least one additional year of experience as described in “1” above.
• To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level IV, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level III above, at least one year of experience as described in “1” above in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Skills

• Experience At least one year of experience working in construction site safety
• Skills - Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and other applicable laws and rules under the jurisdiction of the Department of Buildings
• Computer literacy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain technical requirements in lay terms
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint plans and specifications

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $78,908.00 – $90,744.00