Quality Assurance Field Inspector (QAFP) - Geotechnical

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position: Quality Assurance Field Inspector (QAFP) – Geotechnical

Reports to: Chief Resident Engineer

General Qualities:

- Has excellent communication and writing skills.

- Possesses a thorough knowledge of construction processes.

- Has excellent Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to navigate through company internet-based systems.

- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be physically able to perform moderately strenuous tasks which include walking along rough terrain, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

- Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.

Technical Responsibilities:

- Responsible for geotechnical inspections.

- Performs oversight inspections and audits to ensure that the Work is compliant with Plans, Specifications, Quality Control Plans, and all other required provisions.

- Perform field surveillance of quality procedures, verification of corrective actions for quality findings, review of testing, inspection, and sampling documents.

- Review of quality control and quality assurance records.

- Required to prepare and submit detailed daily work records in accordance with NYSDOT Manual of Uniform Record Keeping (MURK)or other form(s) approved by the Port Authority.

- Review technical drawings and other engineering data; ensure structures are built according to specifications.

- Conduct site visits and investigations, analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations.

Educational /Professional Experience Required:

- Minimum of five years of experience in off-site fabrication and/or on-site erection of steel structures.

- AWS (American Welding Society) Certification as Welding Inspector (CWI) is highly desired but not a must.

- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) experience is highly desired but not a must.

- International Code Council (ICC) bolting inspector certification is highly desired but not a must.

Professional Development:

- Actively participates in professional development and training and licensing.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.