Electrical Construction Inspector

Dewberry • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

1d • $65 - $85

About The Position

Dewberry’s New Jersey and New York offices are currently seeking an Electrical Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services Department. This individual will work on projects for various public client such as the NYCDDC, NYCDEP, PANYNJ in the greater NYC metropolitan area. This is an excellent career opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join a team of outstanding professionals. Construction Management and Inspection Services on Projects mainly involving municipal infrastructure improvements that may include electrical switchgear and substations, generators, motor controls, instrumentation and controls, and low, medium and high voltage work. Some mechanical, civil and structural knowledge is beneficial. Excavation and concrete experience is a plus Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or licensed electrician is preferred
• 10 years’ experience preferred inspecting construction work, varied in size (projects ranging from $200K to $25 million plus) and complexity (multiple crews and crew sizes per shift).
• In addition to night and weekend shift work, ability to stay late or come in early as needed.
• Trained in OSHA 10-hour construction safety, fall protection, confined space and permit required confined space entry preferred.
• NICET Level 3, Electrical Power Testing, Fire Alarm Systems and Work Zone Safety Certifications are desirable.
• Valid Driver's license required.
• Driving is a requirement of the position. A clean driving record is required.
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Ability to repetitively stoop, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 25 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes, in addition to ability to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces

Responsibilities

• Willingness to learn and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Verbal communication includes speaking with the Resident Engineer, other contract staff, facility staff both in person via two way communications.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specs and prepare written contract administration documentation such as daily narratives (work reports), special inspection reports, daily time and material records, and document unit price work.
• Identify potential extra work issues and keep the Resident Engineer advised of potential issues.
• Prepare estimates of extra work and related sketches and documentation. Review plans for constructability and prepare comments.
• Review contractor payment requests and provide comments to the Resident Engineer.
• Working knowledge of the latest National Electric Code, NFPA 72, Building Codes, FAA Advisory Circulars and testing criteria for all types of electrical systems.
• Also have knowledge of Commissioning and Testing of Equipment.
• Experience with instrumentation and controls preferred

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees