MP Engineers + Architects ยท 16 hours ago
Tunnel Inspector
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $155K/yr
10+ years expMP Engineers + Architects is seeking an experienced Tunnel Inspector to oversee and manage tunneling construction activities. This on-site role is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with approved design, specifications, and regulations while serving as the primary liaison between contractors, project teams, and authorities.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstructionConsulting
Hiring Manager
Paul Wieczorek
Responsibilities
Oversee daily tunneling operations including excavation, lining, segment installation, and ground improvement
Ensure all activities comply with construction drawings, specifications, codes, and safety standards
Act as the main point of contact between contractors, the project team, and relevant stakeholders
Review and endorse contractor submissions such as method statements, work plans, risk assessments, and schedules
Monitor construction progress, detect non-conformances, and document issues with corrective actions
Provide technical guidance on tunneling methodologies, material selection, and testing procedures
Maintain daily logs, photos, and videos to track activities, quantities, and support progress/payment reports
Enforce safety procedures, monitor ground conditions, and ensure compliance with environmental requirements
Work with geotechnical and instrumentation teams to monitor ground movement and tunnel stability
Conduct regular tunnel and infrastructure inspections
Verify delivered materials and equipment against specifications
Witness and approve contractor QA/QC tests
Identify and report potential hazards or defects
Track installed quantities and prepare supporting documentation for contractor time and material claims
Verify as-built drawings and review contractor look-ahead schedules
Assist in preparing and negotiating field orders and change orders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Minimum 10 years of civil engineering experience
At least 5 years in tunnel construction supervision
Strong knowledge of tunnel excavation, lining systems, ground improvement, and instrumentation
Familiarity with safety, QA/QC, and environmental regulations in heavy civil/tunnel construction
Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Company
MP Engineers + Architects
MP Engineers + Architects was founded in 2006 as a multi-disciplinary consulting firm, offering expertise in architecture, structural/civil engineering, construction management/inspection and special inspections (accredited by the IAS).
51-200 employees
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