Senior Engineer, Quality Associate
About The Position
The Senior Engineer, Quality Associate will audit fire and life-safety systems and installations for new construction projects across facilities in the Port Authority’s portfolio, including the World Trade Center Campus, George Washington Bridge, Lincoln and Holland Tunnels, and PATH. As part of the Fire Protection Unit, the role helps ensure code compliance and functionality for systems such as foam fire suppression, clean-agent systems, fire pumps, deluge suppression, and complex fire alarms. The position provides exposure to construction across airports, bus terminals, train stations, warehouses, and shipping ports. The successful candidate serves as a lead field auditor on large-scale projects and post-construction inspections, conducts field audits and inspections, reviews field records and contract documents, and prepares timely inspection reports. The role also provides written concurrence to recommend permits and completion certificates, participates in project close-out, and conducts annual inspections of existing Port Authority assets. The position reports to the Chief, Quality Assurance Division, under the direct supervision of the Unit Manager, Construction Standards and Inspection Unit. The position permits remote work up to one day per week, subject to operational and business needs. Compensation is expected to range from $110,474 to $176,748, with a midpoint of $143,613. The hiring process typically includes interviews and/or assessments; candidates receiving a conditional offer will undergo a background check.
Requirements
- At least seven years of experience with fire protection and life-safety systems as a designer, installer, and/or inspector on a variety of commercial construction projects.
- Familiarity with applicable codes and regulations, including IBC (NJ, NY, and NYC Editions), the NYC Building Code, the Uniform Construction Code, and NFPA.
- Meet agency-mandated performance and attendance standards and complete applicable probationary periods.
- Previous exposure to active construction site conditions, with the possibility of climbing high-level structures.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Professional Engineering or Architectural license.
- Fire protection certifications, such as NICET, NFPA, ICC, or local jurisdictional licensing.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Experience working in a team environment with various stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Enterprise software and other PC-related tasks.
Responsibilities
- Serve as lead field auditor on large-scale projects and post-construction inspections.
- Perform construction field audits and inspections for Port Authority construction contracts, tenant construction projects, and post-construction inspections.
- Prepare and distribute timely inspection reports after scheduled acceptance inspections and testing of life-safety systems, documenting non-conforming items.
- Provide written concurrence for completed work to recommend issuance of a Permit to Occupy or Use and a Certificate of Completion for the Chief Engineer’s signature.
- Audit field records and contract documents, including Special Inspection Reports, for Port Authority contracts and tenant construction projects.
- Conduct annual post-construction inspections of existing Port Authority assets and prepare and distribute timely reports to stakeholders.
- Participate directly in the close-out process leading to issuance of time-sensitive documents.
- Perform supplementary departmental duties as assigned based on departmental needs.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
