Inspector - Aviation

STV•Austin, TX

4d•$55,392 - $73,856•Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking an Inspector to join our Construction Management Group, to work onsite with one of our aviation clients in Austin, TX. Job Summary: The Inspector is responsible for overseeing the inspection and quality control of airport buildings and infrastructure, including terminals, aviation buildings, and support facilities. The inspector ensures that all structural, architectural, and finishing works comply with project specifications, building codes, safety regulations, and aviation industry standards. Key Responsibilities: Building Inspection & Quality Control: Conduct inspections of structural, architectural, and finishing works to ensure compliance with approved designs and material specifications. Verify construction activities against FAA, ICAO, IBC, NFPA, and local building codes applicable to airport facilities. Monitor concrete works, steel structures, roofing, glazing, flooring, ceilings, partitions, and fireproofing. Identify construction defects, safety hazards, and non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions. Witness testing and commissioning of various building systems, including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and electrical installations. Project Coordination & Reporting: Collaborate with contractors, engineers, architects, and airport authorities to ensure project quality. Maintain daily inspection logs, progress reports, and non-conformance reports (NCRs). Participate in project meetings and provide updates on construction quality and safety compliance. Assist in troubleshooting construction challenges and ensuring timely resolution. Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to aviation safety standards, including fire resistance, wind loads, seismic requirements, and accessibility codes. Conduct safety inspections related to airport infrastructure and report potential risks. Support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies for high-priority buildings. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,300 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 34th in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in building inspection, construction supervision, or quality control, preferably in aviation projects.
Strong knowledge of structural, architectural, and finishing works in airport environments.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office, and inspection reporting tools.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment with strict timelines.

Nice To Haves

Construction Quality Control (CQC), LEED, or OSHA certifications are a plus.
Familiarity with airport construction standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections of structural, architectural, and finishing works to ensure compliance with approved designs and material specifications.
Verify construction activities against FAA, ICAO, IBC, NFPA, and local building codes applicable to airport facilities.
Monitor concrete works, steel structures, roofing, glazing, flooring, ceilings, partitions, and fireproofing.
Identify construction defects, safety hazards, and non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions.
Witness testing and commissioning of various building systems, including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and electrical installations.
Collaborate with contractors, engineers, architects, and airport authorities to ensure project quality.
Maintain daily inspection logs, progress reports, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Participate in project meetings and provide updates on construction quality and safety compliance.
Assist in troubleshooting construction challenges and ensuring timely resolution.
Ensure adherence to aviation safety standards, including fire resistance, wind loads, seismic requirements, and accessibility codes.
Conduct safety inspections related to airport infrastructure and report potential risks.
Support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies for high-priority buildings.

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (16 days)
Paid Holidays (8 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner.