Senior Elevator & Escalator Inspector

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 a half decades.

About the role

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.
• Ensure elevators and escalators are installed, tested, and operated in accordance with Owner Project Requirements (OPR).

Responsibilities

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
  • Pre-ASME Testing
• Coordinate closely with Contractors, Design teams, Facility Owners, and Agency Representatives.
• Review Submittals, O&M manuals, and Training documentation.
• Manage commissioning documentation including Checklists, Test reports, and Issues tracking log.
• Prepare final commissioning report.
• Utilize project management tools including Facility Grid, Procore, Unifier, and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word).

Requirements

• 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.
• 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, and facility cutovers.

Physical Requirements

Physical ability to perform field inspections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurances
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Long- and short-term disabilities
• Term life insurance

Pay

$125,000 - $165,000 annually