Certified Welding Inspector
Job SummaryBureau Veritas is seeking a driven AWS CWI Special Inspector to support immediate Building, Transportation, and Infrastructure projects across New York City. This role is designed for an early-career engineering professional with ICC certifications and hands-on field experience who is actively building expertise in structural inspections, code compliance, and construction quality assurance.The Special Inspector will work on active job sites performing inspections across structural steel, welding, bolting, masonry, and concrete systems, ensuring compliance with NYC Building Code requirements and approved construction documents. This role will place a strong emphasis on welding inspections, weld procedure compliance, welder qualification verification, and nondestructive examination (NDE) coordination in accordance with AWS codes and standards. This position offers exposure to large-scale, complex projects while working alongside experienced inspectors and engineering teams.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform field inspections of structural steel, welding, bolting, masonry, and concrete work to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and NYC Building Code requirementsConduct inspections in accordance with Chapter 17 of the NYC Building Code, ensuring all work meets required quality and safety standardsPerform visual welding inspections in accordance with AWS D1.1 and other applicable welding codes and project specificationsVerify welder qualifications, welding procedures (WPS/PQR), filler materials, and welding consumables for code complianceMonitor welding activities including fit-up, joint preparation, preheat/interpass temperatures, weld sequencing, and final weld qualityCoordinate and witness nondestructive testing (NDT/NDE) activities including UT, MT, PT, and RT testing performed by third-party techniciansDocument daily field observations, inspection results, and contractor activities in clear, accurate, and timely reportsWitness required construction testing and special inspections in accordance with project specifications and regulatory requirementsIdentify, document, and report non-conforming work, and assist in coordinating corrective actions with contractors and project teamsSupport senior inspectors and engineering staff in resolving field conditions and interpreting construction documentsReview construction drawings, specifications, and shop details to support inspection accuracy and field verificationMaintain organized inspection records, logs, and supporting documentation for project and regulatory complianceCommunicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment on field conditions and inspection findingsFollow all jobsite safety protocols, including OSHA standards and project-specific safety requirementsAssist in maintaining project schedules by performing timely inspections aligned with construction activitiesParticipate in ongoing training and certification development to expand inspection capabilities and technical expertiseSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThere are no supervisory responsibilities in this role.Education & Certifications EducationBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or related fieldEngineer-in-Training (EIT) designation or actively pursuing Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) licensureCertifications - PreferredAWS - Certified Welding Inspector REQUIREDICC Special Inspector – Structural MasonryICC Special Inspector – Structural Steel & BoltingICC Special Inspector – Structural WeldingACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I (or ACI I equivalent)ASNT Level II certifications or exposure to NDT methods (UT, MT, PT, RT) preferredExperienceExperience1–3 years of experience in construction inspection, field engineering, or construction support roles on active job sitesDirect experience performing or supporting welding inspections on structural steel projects preferred Experience reviewing welding procedures, welder certifications, and weld inspection documentation preferredHands-on exposure to structural construction activities including steel erection, welding, concrete placement, and masonry workExperience supporting inspection and quality control on commercial, infrastructure, or industrial projectsInternship and field engineering experience with exposure to multi-disciplinary construction teams (engineering, contractors, and owners)Familiarity with NYC/NJ construction environments, including compliance-driven inspection processesExperience documenting field conditions, inspection results, and contractor activities in structured reporting formatsExposure to large-scale projects involving coordination across multiple trades and construction phasesSkillsStructural Inspection (Steel, Welding, Masonry, Concrete)AWS Welding Code Compliance (AWS D1.1 / Structural Welding Codes)NYC Building Code Awareness (Chapter 17 exposure)Construction Field Observation & ReportingConstruction Drawing & Specification InterpretationWeld Inspection & Welding Procedure ReviewQuality Control & Deficiency IdentificationField Documentation & Inspection ReportingContractor Coordination & On-Site CommunicationNondestructive Testing (NDT/NDE) Coordination AwarenessSafety Compliance (OSHA Standards & Jobsite Protocols)Basic Project Coordination & Scheduling AwarenessMicrosoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Reporting Tools)CompetenciesStructural Special Inspections (Steel, Welding, Masonry, Concrete)AWS Welding Inspection Standards & Compliance VerificationWelding Quality Control & Deficiency Identification NYC Building Code Familiarity (Chapter 17 Exposure)Field Engineering & Construction ObservationQuality Assurance & Compliance VerificationConstruction Document & Drawing InterpretationField Reporting & Inspection DocumentationContractor Coordination & Stakeholder CommunicationJobsite Safety Awareness (OSHA Standards)Deficiency Identification & Issue TrackingTeam Collaboration in Active Construction Environments