Chief Inspector

Kseng; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Term life insurance

Job summary

A mid-size construction and engineering firm in Hauppauge, NY, is seeking a Chief Inspector with 5–10 years of experience. The successful candidate will handle daily field inspections and ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a valid NICET IV certification and experience in highway and bridge construction. This position requires strong communication skills and physical ability for field inspections. The firm offers a full range of employee benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience with either NICET IV or an equivalent.
• Highway and Bridge experience is mandatory.
• Prior experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily field inspection reports and address inconsistencies.
• Evaluate plans and specifications for inspection conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of documentation.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in diverse weather conditions

Education

Valid NICET IV Certification in transportation/highway construction

Job description

KSE is a mid-size construction management and engineering firm ranking in the ENR Top 100 for CM and ENR Top 500 for design services. With seven offices across four states (NY, NJ, PA and CT), the firm has been providing transportation and public infrastructure construction services for more than three and half decades. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long‑ and short‑term disabilities, and term life insurance. KSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position – Chief Inspector - NYSDOT

Reports to: Project Manager

Technical Responsibilities

• Handle daily field inspection reports and follow procedures for any noted inconsistencies.
• Evaluate plans, specifications, and submittals for inspection conditions.
• Review all work sites and suggest modifications as per requirements for improvement of procedures.
• Interact and converse with project managers, contractors, and project staff as needed.
• Attending pre‑construction and project progress meeting, as necessary.
• Maintaining accurate records of documentation.
• Monitor and regularly check on the contractor’s work progress.
• Review project information with clients and project staff to describe project details for interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Comprehend required inspection codes and requirements to carry out testing.
• Attending close‑out meetings, as necessary.
• Responsive to Client and other KSE Manager/ needs, and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Educational Requirements and Experience:

• 5–10 years of experience with either NICET IV or an equivalent.
• Highway and Bridge experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including solid interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires physical ability to perform field inspections.
• Ability to work in diverse weather conditions.
• Extended periods of standing and walking possibly on uneven or challenging terrains.
• Climbing, bending, kneeling.
• Working long hours.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Professional Licenses/Registrations

• Valid NICET IV Certification in transportation/highway construction.
• (ACI) American Concrete Institute (ACI) and (NETCCP) North East Transportation Technician Certification Program (NETTCP) - Soils and Aggregate Inspector Certification preferred.

Professional Development

• Willing to pursue professional development, training, and licensing.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.