Vertical Construction Inspector - Statewide

Prudent Engineering, LLP is a multi-disciplinary firm providing quality, cost-effective engineering design, survey, and inspection services for clients across New York and Pennsylvania. We count among our clients the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA), numerous New York State counties, cities, and villages and towns, and have a longstanding record of success collaborating with other federal, state, local municipalities, consultant partners, authorities, and agencies. With an experienced team of engineers, surveyors, inspectors, designers, CADD specialists, and professional support staff, our team guides clients through each phase of project development.

When collaborating with Prudent on a design, land survey, hydrographic, or construction inspection project, clients can be confident that they are receiving professional services from a company that:

• Has been providing professional engineering services since 1992;
• Has earned the trust and respect of many clients and agencies;
• Believes in fostering the personal and professional growth of its staff;
• Maintains a team of highly trained, educated, and experienced employees with strong      work ethics;
• Has managed projects ranging in value from $200K to $134M;
• Continues to maintain a strong geographic presence across New York and Pennsylvania; and,
• Is a registered DBE/MBE firm in New York and Pennsylvania and a registered MBE in New York City.

Prudent acknowledges the importance of equipping staff with the requisite training and professional accreditation needed to successfully complete job assignments. All field personnel have received extensive training and certification in safety procedures, access equipment operation, Work Zone Traffic Control, and fall protection, and are thus thoroughly prepared to complete projects safely and efficiently. In addition, Prudent's team of bridge inspectors is certified and trained in the latest rating and reporting software and is experienced using technologies that provide the most accurate results.

Prudent Engineering is seeking Construction Inspectors for various projects throughout the state. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience conducting inspections on Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems including new construction and renovations of existing buildings. The ideal candidate will review blueprints and specifications, monitor construction progress, inspect interior/exterior work, utilize survey instruments and measuring tools to verify completed work, take photographs and generate daily observation reports. Prudent Engineering operates as a client's representative throughout the State of New York and parts of Pennsylvania for large scale commercial construction projects.

At Prudent Engineering, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build competitive teams internally that can accomplish anything together. Here at Prudent Engineering, anything is within our reach and yours as a Prudent employee. Come join us and together we can build a new world.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate all construction activities and correspondence related to the Client.
• Provide daily onsite field representation to monitor construction contractor's performance and inspect the work in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Monitor all construction activities scheduled with emphasis on milestones, phasing/ sequencing, submittals, efficient and balanced workflow, major test and any unique requirements needing special schedule or tracing.
• Monitor project for cleanliness.
• Monitor and inspect the contractor(s) for compliance with current safety regulations, standards, project safety plan and report any non-compliance to the Client.
• Immediately notify the Client when any life-threatening conditions are observed and aid as necessary to remedy such situations.
• Provide electronic daily reports of the contractor's and sub-contractors' work activities witnessed during site monitoring. Provide summary of all work completed and discrepancies from the requirements of the Contract Documents.
• Provide pre-construction, daily construction, and post-construction photos of the site and all work performed.
• Provide project coordination and construction quality assurance services for the technical aspect of the project.
• Physically verify correct materials delivered and/or in secured storage on or off site, proper materials installed, and percentage of work satisfactorily completed and in place and provide this information to the Client.
• Review shop drawings and as built drawings to verify details are accurate and follow the contract documents.
• Prepare Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) if construction operations are not performed to contract requirements.

Attention to detail is the essence of meeting our client's objectives, goals and challenges. If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to have that first discussion of you joining our team.

Minimum Experience: At least 3 years' experience in inspecting large-scale commercial buildings. 

Desired Education: Associates Degree in Construction Management

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Ability to measure and compute lengths, areas, and volumes.
• Valid driver's license in the state of New York
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Experience with New York State agencies, authorities, and departments.
• Associates Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or another related field
• OSHA 30 Hr.
• New York State Code Enforcement BCI or CEO

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with excellent opportunity for advancement.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the work place. EOE minorities/ Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled.