Senior Inspector Construction

Mott MacDonald•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This high-profile transit project is crucial to enhancing the safety, reliability, and performance of rail operations throughout Manhattan and the greater New York City area. The scope encompasses documenting and inspecting construction activity related to rail systems, communications infrastructure, and station upgrades. Our team will ensure that contractors comply fully with approved safety, health, and quality plans, working closely with New York City Transit (NYCT) and other stakeholders. Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned company that supports multisector project work in over 150 countries, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in North America. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

3–5 years of CM experience with low voltage systems, telecommunications, fiber optics, cellular, or WiFi infrastructure is preferred.
Associate’s Degree in Engineering is required.
Willingness to work overnights and some weekends as required.
Must require NYCT track access training working in a subway environment and compliance with all local health authority and client requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Resident Engineer and Project Manager in monitoring and documenting construction activity.
Provide technical oversight for procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and communications equipment.
Conduct thorough inspections and observations to ensure contractor adherence to plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Prepare accurate daily and summary inspection reports.
Coordinate with Quality specialists and NYCT representatives to guarantee compliance with quality and safety standards.
Review Contractor time charges and force account charges as required, and assist in record keeping and problem resolution.
Prioritize safe and uninterrupted railway operations at all stages of the project.