Project Engineer/Lead Inspector

About the role

The Transportation Market Sector of AECOM is actively seeking a Project Engineer/Lead Inspector for immediate employment. The employee will be assigned to MDTA Projects in Baltimore and Harford counties, MD.

Responsibilities

• Relies on extensive experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Responsible for setting own project deadlines and managing multiple inspection assignments simultaneously.
• Provides on-the-job training to new employees and mentors junior inspection staff on electrical construction standards and best practices.
• Maintains detailed inspection records and documentation.
• Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning activities for electrical systems and equipment installations.
• Tracks quality assurance progress and prepares progress reports for project management and stakeholders.
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers, ensuring all systems meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Covers coordination with electrical contractors, subcontractors, and other trade inspectors to ensure proper installation and compliance with project specifications.
• Verifies electrical systems testing results and validates that all work meets applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Documents project activities through photographs, field notes, and inspection reports to maintain comprehensive project records.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED plus 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• U.S. Citizenship is required, due to the nature of the work.
• Preferred Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Must have good communication skills; oral and written.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions; and work effectively with others.
• Excellent time management skills; self-motivator, team oriented.