Construction Inspector

Leidos•Fort Worth, TX

18d

About The Position

The NISC IV program at Leidos is hiring a Construction Inspector to provide technical construction management and oversight support at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities undergoing modernization. The role supports the FAA Resident Engineer on projects that may include a new wing for environmental equipment and mechanical systems, roofing, parking lots, facility refurbishment, and security doors. The inspector applies broad experience and advanced technical knowledge across complex assignments, planning and performing work independently while advising the Project Engineer about significant problem areas. The position involves evaluating the functional status of systems and facilities and construction progress; reviewing electrical schematics, installation designs, and specifications; managing project logistics; ensuring safety-procedure compliance; and preparing risk mitigation plans. Approximately 80% travel is required.

Requirements

Strong technical background and experience with construction projects, risk mitigation, coordination planning, and documentation.
Experience reviewing project drawings and specifications.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain Public Trust security clearance.
Six years of prior relevant construction management experience, such as Superintendent or Foreman, or a bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Approximately 80% travel.

Nice To Haves

Prior FAA experience.

Responsibilities

Review, document, and report construction progress to the FAA Resident Engineer.
Monitor construction site safety and prepare notices of unsafe working conditions.
Analyze engineering matters including code compliance, reliability, maintainability, safety, economy, and project specifications, and recommend corrective action where appropriate.
Provide estimates of construction progress.
Escort contractor personnel in security-restricted areas.
Maintain records of receipt, inventory, and condition of Government Furnished Material (GFM).
Prepare daily entries in the Construction Logbook.
Maintain records of project correspondence and reports.
Plan, coordinate, and perform work independently, keeping the Project Engineer informed of significant problem areas.
Evaluate the functional status of systems and facilities and construction progress; review electrical schematics, installation designs, and specifications; manage project logistics; ensure compliance with safety procedures; and prepare risk mitigation plans.