Engineer Field Inspector

job category
: inspection and ndt services

requisition number
: emplo
006119

• posted : february 9, 2026
• part-time
• on-site

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greater new york city metropolitan
new york, usa

currently we are looking for professional engineer field inspectors for immediate building & infrastructure projects

location
: greater new york city metropolitan area (project location varies)

status
: part time as needed

duration
: extended

client
: varies

compensation
: $55hr - $70/hr based on certification & experience

the professional engineer (pe) field inspector provides advanced inspection, verification, and technical oversight services for building & infrastructure projects throughout the greater new york city metropolitan area. This role supports both quality control (qc) and quality assurance (qa) programs in accordance with 1 rcny §101-06, chapter 17 of the nyc building code, and the international building code (ibc), as applicable to each project.

this position is responsible for verifying that construction activities, materials, installations, and systems conform to approved design documents, specifications, code requirements, and project standards. The pe field inspector serves as a senior technical presence on site, providing engineering judgment where required and supporting compliance-driven decision-making on complex or high-risk work elements.

the role requires maintaining an active on-site presence during construction operations, witnessing required inspections and testing, and coordinating closely with contractors, construction managers, special inspectors, laboratories, and client representatives. The pe field inspector is expected to proactively identify deviations from contract documents, document non-conforming work, issue non-conformance reports (ncrs) as necessary, and verify the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.

this position plays a critical role in ensuring structural integrity, life-safety compliance, constructability alignment, and regulatory adherence, particularly on projects involving complex systems, specialty construction, or heightened oversight requirements.

• work responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
  • review and verification of complex or delegated design elements
  • oversight of specialty inspections and testing programs
  • engineering evaluation of non-conforming work and proposed corrective actions
  • field verification of structural, civil, mep, and specialty systems
  • coordination with design engineers for field clarifications and rfis
• work hours may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or night shifts depending on project requirements and concrete placement schedules.
• prepare and submit daily inspection and test reports within required timeframe.
• utilize client or company reporting platforms as require.
• maintain organized and auditable inspection records.

requirements

• a minimum of 3 years of experience inspecting construction work in the city of ny, varied in size and complexity. Projects may include commercial high-rise buildings, residential towers, transportation infrastructure, utilities, institutional facilities, and public-sector construction.
• familiarity with 101-06 and chapter 17 of the nyc building code and the international building code.
• holds osha 10 or osha 30 certification taken within the last 5 years.
• well versed in all aspects of construction and qa/qc responsibilities
• familiarity with applicable soils & geotechnical systems
• training and/or knowledge in fall protection, scaffolding and ladders, & work-zone safety
• high school diploma or equivalent
• physical abilities applicable to construction projects in the city of new york and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate active construction sites, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and walking uneven surfaces.
• currently holds certification as in one of the following:
• nys professional engineer (pe)

in this roll you will:

• implement the quality assurance measures on varying construction projects.
• review and submit all required documentation in accordance with project specifications.
• continually monitor work-in-progress.
• issue non-conformance…