Chief Construction Inspector

This Opportunity WSP is one of the Globes leading engineering firms, helping Northeast clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. From the MBTA’s Greenline Extension to the Commuter Rail ATC/PTC/Fiber Upgrades, to the Downeaster’s Wells Station we’ve expanded steadily in the northern New England area. Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world. We are ready for you!

WSP is currently seeking a Chief Construction Inspector to help oversee construction of the Knowledge Rail Corridor Fiber Optic Improvement project, located in western Massachusetts. This position is based out of Worcester, MA. but will be a full-time field position assigned to the client’s project offices in Springfield, or Deerfield, MA. It’s desired that candidates reside within commuting distance of the project corridor

The chief inspector will oversee various site construction elements, including test pit exploration, cable plowing, open excavation and utility installation, directional drilling at rail crossings, risers and conduit at bridge locations, while observing, documenting and reporting on terminations, testing and start-up of the fiber systems. The chief inspector will report to a resident engineer, while supervising field inspectors at different locations along the rail route.

Your Impact

• Communicating with client field representative and rail operator on a continuous basis.
• Interfacing with contactors on a regular basis and attending meetings.
• Supervising and training inspectors, on behalf of resident engineer, or project manager.
• Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities.
• Participate in safety meetings, and monitor contractor compliance.
• Take and compile photographs, for tracking of daily progress.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 11 years applicable experience with fiber optic cabling, communications, systems testing and turnover.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, design plans and specifications.
• Applied knowledge of working within an active freight railroad, including the safety protocols expected.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.
• Average proficiency with MS WORD Suite.
• Hands-on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD or similar systems. Knowledge of Bluebeam.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered

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Compensation and Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Rate: $56.06 - $82.50 hourly

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.