Inspector​/Superintendent. LilyLifestyle

Position Overview

WSP is currently searching for an Inspector/Superintendent to support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's (MTA) Small Business Mentoring Program (SBMP) in the New York Metro Area. The role oversees construction work performed by small business contractors and mentors them to succeed on MTA projects, primarily on Metro‑North Railroad properties across Westchester County, Putnam County, Rockland County, The Bronx, and Manhattan. Travel to sites is required.

• Independently oversee multiple construction sites to ensure all activities comply with contractual requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive inspection services, emphasizing safety protocols and quality assurance, with a primary focus on concrete operations.
• Attend and participate in daily project meetings, including toolbox talks and end‑of‑shift reviews, to maintain effective communication and coordination, ensuring contractor staff adhere to health and safety standards.
• Prepare detailed daily reports documenting work performed, project progress, and any issues encountered, and accurately enter data and reports into the web‑based construction management software application. Assist in preparation of 2‑week look‑ahead schedules.
• Support project staff in performing field tests on construction materials and review submittals such as shop drawings and work plans for compliance. Schedule and facilitate special inspections as required by project specifications.
• Coordinate with MTA personnel for site inspections, site access, safety requirements, protection measures, and overall project management. Assist in subcontractor coordination.
• Verify and calculate quantity payment items to support contract payment processes.
• Address field concerns and resolve schedule impacts in collaboration with the General Superintendent and/or Project Manager; review contract documents in advance to anticipate, identify, and communicate potential project issues to the Project Manager and/or MTA management, and report all contract discrepancies and differing site conditions in a timely manner.
• Work proactively with contractors to minimize public disruptions, ensuring adherence to project phasing plans, maintenance, and protection of traffic (MPT) plans, and required permits.
• Mentor MTA Small Business Contractors to ensure their performance and submissions meet all project completion requirements.
• Work in diverse railroad construction environments and under various weather conditions, with flexibility for day, night, and weekend shifts as necessary.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding the use of company funds and resources, strictly adhering to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies.

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent educational credential.
• Minimum of nine (9) years of progressive, post‑education professional experience in the relevant discipline, including substantial prior construction inspection experience with a proven record of overseeing and inspecting concrete work such as mixing, placement, and finishing. Possession of a higher education degree in a construction field, relevant certifications, or professional licensure beyond the required qualifications may be considered as equivalent to additional years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing or monitoring at least two (2) construction projects, each with a minimum value of one (1) million dollars.
• Comprehensive experience working on infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in interpreting and understanding contract documents, including specifications, contract drawings, and shop drawings.
• Ability to accurately document and report project issues and performance using Electronic Project Management platforms, with preference for experience in MTA's Asite, MTA Project Management Information System (MTA PMIS/Unifier), and/or Procore.
• Formal training and practical experience in safety protocols and quality assurance processes.
• Established history of consistently upholding workplace safety standards and ability to adhere to WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and…