Managing Inspector

NYC School Construction Authority (SCA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,193 - 155,274; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug options

Dental & vision coverage

Pension plan (QPP)

401K/457/IRA options

Transit checks

Public Loan Forgiveness program

Competitive PTO

Job summary

NYC School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) is seeking a Managing Inspector (Roofing, Masonry, Civil, Architectural Unit) to lead code-mandated and owner-required inspections on school construction projects in New York City. You will supervise cross-disciplinary inspection teams, review complex QA issues, and ensure compliance with contract documents and codes.

The role requires substantial construction inspection experience, supervisory ability, and a preference for NYS P.E. or RA licensure.

Qualifications

• Six years of full‑time progressively responsible construction experience and/or performing inspections in civil, electrical, heating, plumbing and drainage; or quality assurance; and three years in an administrative or supervisory capacity in one of the technical areas specified above or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a valid NYS Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) license strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recommends, develops, and implements policies and procedures for inspection and testing of roofing, masonry, civil, architectural, window, and door work on school construction projects.
• Develops and coordinates staff efforts to create, operate, and supervise record keeping systems that document and track inspections and testing activities.
• Establishes and maintains clear methodologies for updating Project Officers on code mandated and contractual inspection and testing requirements.
• Leads and oversees quality assurance and inspection teams conducting site visits at various stages of project development, ensuring work complies with contract documents, referenced standards, building codes, and industry best practices.
• Develops, delivers, and evaluates training programs for contractor quality control and proper inspection techniques for designated staff.
• Participates in defining tasks, performance standards, and evaluation criteria for inspection staff; provides ongoing performance feedback and coaching.
• Participates in establishing selection criteria for private Special Inspection firms; monitors and evaluates their performance to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews initial submissions of contractors’ and Project Officers’ quality assurance plans and recommends revisions to strengthen quality and compliance.
• Formulates and recommends revisions to Construction Management procedures, incorporating input from relevant Authority personnel, for review and approval.
• Recommends new or enhanced policies, procedures, and work practices to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Contributes to the development of handbooks, manuals, and standard operating procedures for use by staff within the assigned department/division.
• Assists in creating, analyzing, and presenting executive level reports and dashboards that summarize inspection, testing, and quality trends.
• Evaluates and revises forms, templates, and reports prepared by staff to simplify, standardize, and streamline documentation and reporting processes.
• Plans, assigns, monitors, and reviews the work of inspectors across various disciplines; provides input and recommendations regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, reassignment, and discipline.

Education

Baccalaureate

Job description

Build your career while building NYC schools!

The Construction Inspection Division (CID) inspects the installation of materials and equipment on SCA projects to verify that the contractors install these systems as per the SCA plans, specifications and relevant codes. CID is organized into units such as Plumbing, Fire Suppression, Boiler/Fuel Burning Inspection; Electrical and Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Roofing, Masonry and Sheet Metal Inspection; and Civil, Architectural, Window and Door Inspection. CID works closely with Architecture & Engineering (A&E), Construction Management and Building Code Compliance to ensure that the SCA receives a quality product.

Job Description Summary

The Managing Inspector (Roofing, Masonry, Civil, Architectural Unit) provides leadership, supervision, and technical expertise for code mandated and owner required inspections on school construction projects. This role oversees inspection activities across multiple disciplines to ensure compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, and Authority standards, and is responsible for reviewing and resolving complex engineering and architectural quality assurance issues throughout all phases of construction.

Responsibilities

• Recommends, develops, and implements policies and procedures for inspection and testing of roofing, masonry, civil, architectural, window, and door work on school construction projects.
• Develops and coordinates staff efforts to create, operate, and supervise record keeping systems that document and track inspections and testing activities.
• Establishes and maintains clear methodologies for updating Project Officers on code mandated and contractual inspection and testing requirements.
• Leads and oversees quality assurance and inspection teams conducting site visits at various stages of project development, ensuring work complies with contract documents, referenced standards, building codes, and industry best practices.
• Develops, delivers, and evaluates training programs for contractor quality control and proper inspection techniques for designated staff.
• Participates in defining tasks, performance standards, and evaluation criteria for inspection staff; provides ongoing performance feedback and coaching.
• Participates in establishing selection criteria for private Special Inspection firms; monitors and evaluates their performance to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews initial submissions of contractors’ and Project Officers’ quality assurance plans and recommends revisions to strengthen quality and compliance.
• Formulates and recommends revisions to Construction Management procedures, incorporating input from relevant Authority personnel, for review and approval.
• Recommends new or enhanced policies, procedures, and work practices to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Contributes to the development of handbooks, manuals, and standard operating procedures for use by staff within the assigned department/division.
• Assists in creating, analyzing, and presenting executive level reports and dashboards that summarize inspection, testing, and quality trends.
• Evaluates and revises forms, templates, and reports prepared by staff to simplify, standardize, and streamline documentation and reporting processes.
• Plans, assigns, monitors, and reviews the work of inspectors across various disciplines; provides input and recommendations regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, reassignment, and discipline.
• Performs related duties as required to support the Authority’s construction, inspection, and quality assurance objectives.

Preferred License

• Possession of a valid NYS Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (R.A.) license strongly preferred.

Classification & Salary

Managerial/Non-Competitive – Salary Range: $91,193 – $155,274.

Posting Closing Date

Until Filled.

Education

Baccalaureate.

Work Experience

Six years of full‑time progressively responsible construction experience and/or performing inspections in civil, electrical, heating (ventilation and air conditioning), plumbing and drainage; or quality assurance; and three years in an administrative or supervisory capacity in one of the technical areas specified above or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

Benefits

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage)
• Prescription Drug Options
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457, and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

Learning and Development

The SCA’s Learning and Development (L&D) program offers tuition reimbursement for continued education directly related to your current role and access to a broad range of training opportunities, including leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs strengthen performance, boost engagement, and equip the workforce to meet current and future organizational goals.

Immigration Status

The SCA requires candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. The SCA participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees.