Senior Elevator & Escalator Inspector

KS Engineers, P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a senior professional to lead elevator and escalator testing and commissioning for projects in the New York metro area.

You will manage planning, execution, and closeout of commissioning activities, ensuring all systems are installed, tested, and operated per the Owner Project Requirements. Ideal candidates have a strong vertical transportation background, extensive inspection experience, and proven coordination skills across field and office settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; five years can replace degree.
• Ten years of construction inspection experience; five years testing/commissioning.
• Strong understanding of vertical transportation systems and commissioning processes.
• Excellent coordination, communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple active projects across the New York metropolitan area.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities from planning to closeout.
• Ensure elevator/escalator installations meet Owner Project Requirements (OPR).
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, procedures, and docs.
• Review submittals, O&M manuals, training docs; manage logs and reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, design teams, owners, and agency reps.

Skills

Elevator systems

Escalator systems

Testing & commissioning

Construction coordination

Field operations

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Construction Management (related fields)

NAESA Certified Elevator Inspector (QEI)

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

Tools

MS Office

Procore

Unifier

Facility Grid

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.

Job Type

Full-time

General Responsibilities

• Support multiple active projects throughout the New York metropolitan area. Strong background in elevator and escalator systems testing & commissioning, construction coordination, and field operations.
• Lead testing & commissioning activities from planning through project closeout.
• Ensuring elevator and escalator are installed, tested, and operated in accordance with Owner Project Requirements (OPR).

Technical Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Oversee and Perform: Pre-functional Inspections, Functional Performance Testing, Integrated Systems Testing and Pre-ASME Testing.
• Coordinate closely with Contractors, Design teams, Facility Owners, and Agency Representatives.
• Review Submittals, O&M manuals, Training documentation.
• Manage commissioning documentation including Checklists, Test reports, Issues tracking log. Prepare final commissioning report.
• Utilize project management tools including Facility Grid, Procore, Unifier, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Requirements

Education and Professional Licenses/Registrations:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management or related fields (Additional 5 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• 10 years construction inspection experience; 5 years of Testing and commissioning experience.
• Strong understanding of Vertical Transportation (Elevator and Escalator) Systems, Testing & Commissioning processes and Construction operations.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and documentation skills.

Specific Requirements & Preferred Certifications

• NAESA Qualified - Certified Elevator Inspector (QEI) – Required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety – Preferred.
• Ability to walk to active construction sites and access mechanical and electrical equipment rooms.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated equipment locations.
• Combination of field and office work (Manhattan-based office). Local travel between project sites required.
• Occasional night or weekend work may be required to support system shutdowns, testing activities & facility cutovers.

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to perform field inspections

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

Salary Description

$125000 - $165000 annually