Special Inspector (Buildings)

WSP in the U.S.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,971 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Building Special Inspector for our New York City office to conduct concrete, steel and masonry inspections on projects, aligning with plans, specifications and codes. You will generate precise reports and operate within the New York Building Structure Team to support project success.

The role requires a minimum of five years in construction inspection, a valid driver’s license, and ICC/ACI certifications; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post-education experience in construction inspection.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• ACI or ICC Concrete Construction Special Inspector certification required.
• OSHA 10 Hr safety certification.
• Familiarity with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, codes and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform concrete, steel and masonry inspection in buildings from drawings and specs.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and assist with contractor questions.
• Generate accurate documentation and reports of inspection findings.
• Comply with client policies, safety guidelines and project procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, project managers and contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred

ICC Prestressed Concrete Special Inspector certificate preferred

ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector certification preferred

ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector certification preferred

AWS CWI or ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector certification preferred

Tools

Technical writing

Office software

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Building Special Inspector for our New York City, NY office. Be involved in projects with our New York Building Structure Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Takes part in providing inspection on projects to ensure construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements. Tasks may include performing field inspections on various assigned construction projects of basic to moderate scale and/or complexity, which may include examining and evaluating concrete reinforcements, concrete placement, buildings structures,. Generate accurate and concise reports regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for inspection, and safety.

Your Impact

• Independently perform concrete, steel and masonry inspection in buildings from structural drawing, shop drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Under minimal supervision, perform basic inspections of proposed and existing site conditions,
• Provide sound engineering judgment and coordinate with engineers to any field issue that may arise.
• Assist with verifying structural plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction, engineering, or survey problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
• Assist with reviewing structural plans and shop drawings.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and assist with answering questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications related to inspection findings using electronic systems, written/oral feedback, photographs, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Comply with client policies and procedures for inspection work under contract.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures..
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exhibit knowledge of current special inspection practices.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, engineers, inspectors, project managers, superintendent, and contractors.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection experience.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• ACI or ICC Concrete Construction Special Inspector certifcation required.
• OSHA 10 Hr safety certifcation
• Highly familiar with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Highly familiar with relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Ability to provide input and feedback to others in the field such as subcontractors and work colleagues to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• ICC Prestressed Concrete Special Inspector certificate preferred.
• ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector certification preferred
• ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector certification preferred AWS CWI or ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector certification preferred DCA certified in NJ is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in structural stability inspection

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (hourly): $37.00-$45.00.

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.