Chief Inspector

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Roessleville, NY

3d • $38 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Chief Inspector to join our Construction Inspection Team in Albany, NY. In this pivotal role, you will direct day-to-day inspection efforts on complex infrastructure projects, serving as a key liaison between clients, contractors, and project stakeholders while helping ensure construction is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 10 years of related construction observation experience required
• Strong knowledge of construction industry with the ability to interpret client contracts
• Proven ability to analyze complex construction issues and recommend effective resolutions
• Knowledge of building codes and zoning ordinances
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong communication and mathematics skills
• Ability to coordinate workload of inspection project staff with the willingness to train entry level staff
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Extensive travel may be required

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
• NICET Level III certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead construction inspection activities for large, complex infrastructure projects, ensuring work conforms to contract documents, plans, specifications, and approved submittals
• Serve as the primary construction‑phase liaison for clients, coordinating with owners, contractors, designers, and regulatory agencies
• Monitor contractor quality control efforts and verify compliance with approved quality control plans
• Identify nonconforming work and evaluate proposed corrective actions, recommending acceptance or rejection as appropriate
• Review and verify contractor payment applications, quantities, change orders, and proposals to support accurate progress payments
• Prepare clear, comprehensive inspection reports and maintain complete project records in accordance with company, client, and regulatory requirements
• Chair construction meetings and support project administration, including schedules, documentation, and constructability reviews
• Mentor and oversee inspection staff, coordinating workloads and reinforcing accepted standards, procedures, and best practices

Benefits

• CHA Consulting, Inc. offers a competitive salary range of $37.50 - $50.00 per hour.
• Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
• CHA fosters a culture committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams.
• CHA celebrates values of inclusion and equality, advocating for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED