Senior Construction Inspector

WSP is one of the Globes leading engineering firms, helping Northeast clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection.

From the New York State Thruway Open Road Tolling Conversion to St.

Lawrence Seaway’s (GLS) annual operations and maintenance programs at the Eisenhower and Snell Locks, we’ve expanded steadily in the northern New York area.

Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world.

We are ready for you!

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to help oversee construction of a new Administration Building and Maintenance Garage facility, located in Massena, New York.

This position is based out of Troy, NY. but will be a full-time field position assigned to the client’s project office in Massena, NY.

It’s desired that candidates reside within commuting distance of Massena, NY.

The inspector will oversee various site, utility and building construction elements, including site grading, paving, access roads, fencing, foundation and floor slab construction, building erection, interior and exterior finishes, MEP, fire alarm/fire safety systems, storm and sanitary systems, and building controls systems, helping coordinate final testing, commissioning and client turnover. The oversight will also include demolition and recycling of existing steel structures. The inspector will assist in coordination with existing utility providers, such as the New York Power Authority, the Town of Massena Department of Public Works and GLS. The inspector will report daily to the GLS designated representative and supervised by the WSP Project Manager..

Interfacing with contactors and attending meetings.

Mentoring or supervising other inspectors, on behalf of resident engineer, or project manager.

Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities.

Coordinate independent material sampling and testing.

Monitor maintenance of traffic.

Take and compile photographs, for tracking of daily progress.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Minimum of 11 years applicable experience

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, design plans and specifications.

Applied knowledge of the NYS Building Code.

Have a valid driver's license.

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.

Average proficiency with MS WORD Suite.

WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Rate (all locations): $46.11 - $56.06

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law

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