Construction Inspector; FTA & BABA Compliance | Hudson Tunnel Project

NPAworldwide; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

NPAworldwide in New York seeks a Construction Inspector for FTA Buy America and BABA compliance on the Hudson Tunnel Project. You will verify federal requirements, review Bills of Materials, ensure traceability across procurement, fabrication, and construction activities.

This senior role involves audits, field surveillance, and coordinating with contractors and stakeholders to maintain quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in civil engineering/related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, construction quality, federal compliance, or construction management on major infrastructure/transportation projects.
• Experience with federally funded transportation projects and FTA, Buy America, BABA, or FRA requirements preferred.
• Experience conducting audits, document reviews, quality surveillance, or compliance assessments preferred.
• Working knowledge of QA/QC principles and construction quality management systems.
• Familiarity with Buy America/BABA requirements and waiver processes.
• Knowledge of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and applicable FTA requirements.
• Ability to review BMLs and related documentation.
• Knowledge of material traceability, supplier/manufacturer documentation, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and with contractors, engineers, and project management.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing quality and compliance risks.
• Commitment to quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Experience with major transit/rail/tunnel projects and FTA-funded oversight.
• Experience developing/implementing Buy America/BABA procedures or tracking systems.
• Quality or construction-related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and oversight of FTA Buy America and BABA requirements, federal regulations, contract requirements, and project procedures.
• Review contractor and subcontractor processes to verify federal requirements are incorporated into procurement, sourcing, manufacturing, fabrication, delivery, and construction activities.
• Review Bills of Materials Lists (BMLs) and documentation for completeness, consistency, traceability, and domestic sourcing.
• Verify manufacturer certifications, supplier information, origin documentation, and other required records.
• Monitor waivers and identify items needing review or corrective action.
• Track compliance status and elevate non-compliance to the Quality Manager.
• Conduct audits, surveillance, and document reviews of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and testing agencies.
• Verify implementation of Quality Management Plans, QC Plans, inspection procedures, and federal compliance processes.
• Review inspection, testing, procurement, fabrication, and material acceptance records for compliance.
• Document audit findings, deficiencies, observations, and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions through completion.
• Perform field surveillance to verify materials and construction activities meet requirements.
• Verify material traceability from source through delivery and installation.
• Review material certifications, mill test reports, certificates of compliance, manufacturer documentation, and related records.
• Coordinate with inspection and testing personnel to ensure records are complete and maintained.
• Maintain retrievable quality and federal compliance records.
• Maintain compliance matrices, BML tracking logs, audit records, and corrective action documentation.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials or processes and support NCRs and deficiency reports.
• Prepare periodic quality and compliance status reports and risk analyses.
• Support documentation for project acceptance, closeout, and federal oversight.
• Assist with responses to FTA information requests, findings, and corrective actions.
• Participate in quality meetings, audits, procurement reviews, technical discussions, and compliance coordination meetings.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to promote consistent implementation of requirements.
• Assist with training and communication on FTA, Buy America/BABA, and project quality requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Quality Management, or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Document Management Systems

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

Job Description

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects. We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Construction Inspector; FTA & BABA Compliance for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Construction Inspector; FTA & BABA Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our clients purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and oversight of applicable FTA Buy America and BABA requirements, federal regulations, contract requirements, and project procedures.


• Review contractor and subcontractor processes to verify that federal requirements are incorporated into procurement, sourcing, manufacturing, fabrication, delivery, and construction activities.


• Review Bills of Materials Lists (BMLs) and supporting documentation for completeness, consistency, traceability, and domestic sourcing.


• Verify supporting documentation such as manufacturer certifications, supplier information, origin documentation, and other required records.


• Monitor applicable waivers, including non-availability and de minimis provisions, and identify items requiring further review or corrective action.


• Track compliance status and elevate potential or confirmed non-compliance to the Quality Manager.


• Conduct audits, surveillance, and document reviews of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and testing agencies.


• Verify implementation of approved Quality Management Plans, Quality Control Plans, inspection procedures, and federal compliance processes.


• Review inspection, testing, procurement, fabrication, and material acceptance records for compliance and objective evidence.


• Document audit findings, deficiencies, observations, and opportunities for improvement.


• Monitor corrective and preventive actions through completion.


• Perform field surveillance, as assigned, to verify materials and construction activities are consistent with approved documentation and project requirements.


• Verify material traceability from approved source through delivery and incorporation into the project.


• Review material certifications, mill test reports, certificates of compliance, manufacturer documentation, and related quality records.


• Coordinate with inspection and testing personnel to confirm required records are complete and properly maintained.


• Maintain accurate, systematic, and retrievable quality and federal compliance records.


• Maintain compliance matrices, BML tracking logs, audit records, certifications, correspondence, and corrective action documentation.


• Identify and document nonconforming materials, processes, or documentation and support preparation of NCRs and deficiency reports.


• Prepare periodic quality and compliance status reports, including outstanding actions and identified risks.


• Support preparation of documentation required for project acceptance, closeout, and federal oversight.


• Support preparation for and response to FTA, federal, owner, and project audits and oversight reviews.


• Assist with responses to FTA information requests, findings, and corrective actions.


• Participate in quality meetings, audits, procurement reviews, technical discussions, and compliance coordination meetings.


• Coordinate with GDC Delivery, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, testing agencies, and other stakeholders to promote consistent implementation of requirements.


• Assist with training and communication regarding FTA, Buy America/BABA, and project quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Quality Management, or related field preferred.


• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, construction quality, federal compliance, or construction management on major infrastructure or transportation projects.


• Experience with federally funded transportation projects and FTA, Buy America, BABA, or FRA requirements preferred.


• Experience conducting audits, document reviews, quality surveillance, or compliance assessments preferred.


• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance/Quality Control principles and construction quality management systems.


• Working knowledge of FTA Buy America requirements and BABA, including applicable domestic preference requirements and waiver processes.


• Familiarity with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and applicable FTA requirements.


• Ability to review BMLs and supporting domestic sourcing, manufacturing, and material documentation.


• Knowledge of material traceability, supplier/manufacturer documentation, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality records.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.


• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.


• Ability to identify compliance gaps and inconsistencies and effectively communicate findings.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with contractors, engineers, project management, and stakeholders.


• Proactive approach to identifying and addressing quality and federal compliance risks.


• Commitment to quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.


• Experience with major transit, rail, tunnel, or transportation infrastructure projects.


• Direct experience supporting FTA-funded projects and federal oversight/audits.


• Experience developing or implementing Buy America/BABA compliance procedures, matrices, or tracking systems.


• Quality or construction-related certifications are a plus.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Inspector looking to work on the most challenging, high-profile and innovative projects.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation


• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.


• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).

Salary Type

Annual Salary

Salary Min

$120000

Salary Max

$160000

Currency Type

USD