Special Inspector

Project Type: Generally alterations commercial and residential

Location: Primarily NYC

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Applicants must have general knowledge of construction.

The Construction Inspector will be responsible for performing full-time field inspection services on an active construction project. The Inspector will ensure all construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes
, while supporting field coordination, documentation, safety enforcement, and quality control.

You will be responsible including but not limited to:

• Perform on call inspections of contractor work.
• Verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, details, and contract documents
  .
• Monitor installation or witness of construction when required.
• Ensure materials, methods, and workmanship meet NYCDDC, DOT, and DEP standards
  .
• Identify, document, and immediately report non-conforming or deficient work
  .
• Identify unsafe conditions, ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain accurate daily field logs documenting work performed.
• Prepare Inspection Reports
  , including photos and supporting documentation.
• Communicate field issues, delays, conflicts, and resolutions to design professional.
• Participate in coordination meetings and represent the inspection team as required.
• Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, certifications, and test results for compliance.
• Ensure field work aligns with approved submittals, plans, and directives.
• Coordinate specialty inspections and testing as required.
• Organize and assign inspection tasks as directed by project leadership.

• Hold a Bachelors degree in any engineering discipline or architecture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

This role is best suited for inspectors who:

• Can operate independently with minimal training
• Take ownership of quality, safety, and documentation