Chief Construction Inspector - SPG Construction

Consolidated Edison; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Inspector to oversee various construction projects while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role involves conducting field inspections, managing contractors, and maintaining the integrity of company facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving and project management skills, along with a commitment to fostering a Zero Accident Culture. If you are passionate about safety and operational excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 5 years of field construction experience or 4 years with an Associate's Degree.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and ensure compliance with engineering designs.
• Supervise construction representatives and manage contractors' performance.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret basic drawings

Customer relationship skills

Leadership and coaching abilities

Project management skills

Time management

Experience in regulated environments

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The primary function of this position is to plan, manage, execute, direct, and supervise the activities of company inspectors, contractors, municipal, transit authority, or private contractors. These activities involve various construction projects within company facilities, generating stations, substations, or within franchised areas such as public roadways, highways, or bridges. The role ensures all work complies with applicable company specifications, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Construction Inspectors are responsible for maintaining and protecting the integrity of company facilities during construction projects and ensuring all work is completed within the scheduled time and budget.

Responsibilities

1. Core Responsibilities
2. Conduct field inspections to ensure protection, support, and maintenance of all company facilities according to engineering designs, specifications, procedures, and codes across all boroughs.
3. Implement all code 753 requirements on applicable jobs.
4. Conduct Job Briefings, Job Site Safety Exchanges (JSSE), Safety Stand-downs, and relevant OJTs with CE field personnel or contractors as applicable.
5. Ensure contractors' means and methods conform to their HASP and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including NYC permits and guidelines, while minimizing community quality of life issues.
6. Supervise Construction Representatives and inspectors engaged in contract administration and inspections, focusing on CAR/NOV inspections and casting regrades.
7. Respond as incident commander during damages, environmental, or safety incidents involving construction projects.
8. Respond to company-wide events such as storms, system outages, or heat alerts.
9. Investigate damages caused by contractors and prepare reports accordingly.
10. Report contractor performance through the contractor oversight system (COS) and document incidents via Infraction Reports and Action Lines, ensuring closure per corrective action plans.
11. Process all project schedule updates, coordinate with various departments to resolve technical or contractual issues.
12. Perform supervisory duties during nights, overtime, and weekends as required.
13. Maintain effective communication with all field inspectors, project specialists, managers, and external agencies.
14. Enforce operational and procedural changes among peers and direct reports.
15. Maintain necessary certifications and qualifications, including driver licenses, NY State Project Monitor Certification, respirator and asbestos qualifications, gas operator, and work permits.
16. Commit to fostering a Zero Accident Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Operational Excellence, Cost Management, and Customer Experience enhancements.
17. Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Required Education / Experience
2. High School Diploma / GED with 5 years of field construction experience, or
3. Associate's Degree with 4 years of field construction experience.
4. Preferred Education / Experience
5. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business with 2 years of field construction experience.

Skills and Abilities

1. Problem-solving skills
2. Ability to interpret basic drawings
3. Strong customer relationship skills
4. Leadership and coaching abilities
5. Project management skills
6. Time management and ability to meet deadlines
7. Experience in regulated environments
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
9. Organizational skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License

Physical Demands

• Respond to emergencies, work in all weather conditions, and in environments with heat, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations.
• Work on elevated platforms, in underground vaults, and in adverse weather conditions.
• Travel between locations, wear PPE, and use personal vehicles for work-related travel.

Additional Physical Demands

• Respond to system emergencies and perform system restoration tasks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for work travel.

About Us

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are committed to safety, operational excellence, and customer service, following all applicable policies and procedures.

About the Team

EEO Statement

We are equal opportunity employers, ensuring non-discrimination based on any protected status by law.