Description

KSE is a mid-size construction management and engineering firm ranking in the ENR Top 100 for CM and ENR Top 500 for design services. With seven offices across four states (NY, NJ, PA, and CT), the firm has been providing transportation and public infrastructure construction services for more than three and half decades. 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. KSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position – Senior Elevator & Escalator Inspector

General Responsibilities:

Support multiple active projects throughout the New York metropolitan area. Strong background in elevator and escalator systems testing & commissioning, construction coordination, and field operations.
Lead testing & commissioning activities from planning through project closeout.
Ensuring elevator and escalator are installed, tested, and operated in accordance with Owner Project Requirements (OPR).

Technical Responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and documentation.
Oversee and Perform: Pre-functional Inspections, Functional Performance Testing, Integrated Systems Testing and Pre-ASME Testing.
Coordinate closely with Contractors, Design teams, Facility Owners, and Agency Representatives.
Review Submittals, O&M manuals, Training documentation.
Manage commissioning documentation including Checklists, Test reports, Issues tracking log. Prepare final commissioning report.
Utilize project management tools including Facility Grid, Procore, Unifier, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Requirements

Education and Professional Licenses/Registrations:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management or related fields (Additional 5 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
10 years construction inspection experience; 5 years of Testing and commissioning experience.
Strong understanding of Vertical Transportation (Elevator and Escalator) Systems, Testing & Commissioning processes and Construction operations.
Excellent coordination, communication, and documentation skills.

Specific Requirements & Preferred Certifications:

NAESA Qualified - Certified Elevator Inspector (QEI) – Required.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety – Preferred.
Ability to walk to active construction sites and access mechanical and electrical equipment rooms.
Ability to climb ladders and access elevated equipment locations.
Combination of field and office work (Manhattan-based office). Local travel between project sites required.
Occasional night or weekend work may be required to support system shutdowns, testing activities & facility cutovers.

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to perform field inspections

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

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