Electrical Inspector - Transit and Rail

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannett Fleming, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Inspector to join their Construction Services Team in New York. This role involves performing detailed electrical inspections, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and contributing to modernizing vital infrastructure. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or NICET-II certification and at least 4 years of experience in rail projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation for eligible positions

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience on Rail Projects.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications and shop drawings.
• Valid driver’s license and access to motor vehicle transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed electrical inspections ensuring safety and compliance.
• Maintain accurate daily log of contractor’s performance.
• Monitor and document quality of construction.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

NICET-II certification in electrical

Tools

ASITE

Procore

Ebuilder

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFTis seeking an Electrical Inspector to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY. This role requiring regular attendance in New York, NY office.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment toexcellence,safety,innovation, andsustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety andquality standards.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

In this role, you’ll use your technical knowledge to perform detailed electrical inspections, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with project specifications. Your work will directly contribute to modernizing vital infrastructure, improving the lives of commuters, and supporting the communities that depend on efficient, safe, and sustainable public transit.

Join a team where your skills will shape impactful projects, providing a better commuting experience and helping create a more connected, accessible future. Ready to make a difference? Let’s get started!

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Maintain accurate and detailed daily log of the contractor’s performance and progress including delivery of materials.
• Track field conditions that require deviation from drawings. Make notes on drawings and communicate with Resident Engineer. (RE to communicate with Client)
• Responsible for monitoring, inspecting and documenting the progress and quality of all aspects of construction.
• Coordinate with the necessary entities to make sure safety standards are being followed.
• Coordinate with the necessary entities to make sure environmental standards are met.
• Compute estimates of work completed and coordinate with the Resident Engineer and Office Engineer in verifying Contractor’s Application for Payment
• Examine workmanship of completed construction for conformity to project specifications and industry standards of construction.
• Other duties as directed by the Resident Engineer.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or NICET-II certification in electrical or acceptable combination of education / years’ experience in 4+ years experience on Rail Projects
• Experience with local Rail clients (Amtrak, MTA, NJT) a plus
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications and shop drawings

• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors. Ability to fill an authoritative rolw when needed to promote safety and quality.

• Effectively utilize computer systems and software for documentation and data management like ASITE, Procore, Ebuilder etc.
• Valid driver’s license and access to motor vehicle transportation
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule to accommodate varying shift work (day, evening, overnight, weekends)
• Must be able to be on your feet for 7 hours

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: New York, NY

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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