Senior Engineer, Quality Associate

Port Authority of NY & NJ • Jersey City, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The successful candidate 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 a member of the Fire Protection Unit, the candidate will help ensure code compliance and functionality of systems such as foam fire suppression, clean agent, fire pumps, deluge suppression, and complex fire alarms. The role provides exposure to varied construction and facility types, including airports, bus terminals, train stations, warehouses, and shipping ports.

The position reports to the Chief, Quality Assurance Division, under the direct supervision of the Unit Manager, Construction Standards and Inspection Unit. The candidate will lead field audits on large-scale projects and post-construction inspections, assess construction work and records, document non-conforming items, and support close-out processes and issuance of occupancy or completion documents.

The role permits remote work for a maximum of one day per week, subject to operational and business needs. The expected compensation range is $110,474–$176,748, with a midpoint of $143,613. The Port Authority offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement; details are available through the employer’s benefits information. The application process typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by further 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 all 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 different types of 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 work.
• Prepare and distribute timely inspection reports after scheduled acceptance inspections and testing of life-safety systems, documenting identified non-conforming items.
• Provide written concurrence on 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 close-out processes leading to issuance of time-sensitive documents.
• Perform supplementary departmental duties as prescribed by the direct supervisor and/or manager, based on departmental needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package; specific benefits are described in the employer’s linked benefits information.
• Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed