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Chief Inspector jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and years of progressive inspection experience. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the sponsorship process early matters.
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Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
The primary functions of this position are to plan, manage, execute, direct, and/or supervise the activities of company inspectors, company contractors, and municipal, transit authority, or private contractors; that are performing various construction projects within company facilities, generating stations, and substations, or within franchised area such as public roadways, highway, or bridges. Ensure all work is done in strict compliance with all the applicable company specifications, standards and procedures, as well as all regulatory requirements. In addition, CCIs are responsible to properly maintain, protect, support the integrity of company facilities during construction projects, and ensure all work is completed within the specified schedule and budget. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct field inspections to ensure that all company facilities are protected, supported, maintained in accordance with all applicable engineering designs, specifications, procedures, and/or codes in multiple locations.
- Ensure all code 753 requirements are implemented on every applicable job.
- When applicable, conduct Job Briefing, Job Site Safety Exchanges (JSSE), Safety Stand-down, and/or relevant OJTs with CE field personnel, or contractors.
- Ensure that the contractors means and methods conform to their HASP and local, state, and federal regulations. Assure all contractor work is conducted within stipulations required by applicable NYC permits, guidelines, and minimize quality of life issues for the community we serve.
- Respond and act as an incident commander when required on damages, or environmental and safety incidents involving construction projects.
- Respond to company-wide events, such as storm emergencies, heat alerts, system outages, feeder patrols, etc.
- Respond to contractor damages and prepare damage investigation reports as required.
- Ensure all contractor performance for CE contractors is reported through the contractor oversight system (COS) and report all contractor incidents through Infraction Reports and Action Lines. Ensure close out in compliance with the corrective action plan.
- Ensure all contract changes are processed in accordance with Construction Administration Manual (CAM), Interference Control Manual (ICM), process all change documents and review and approve time sheets, unit quantities and invoices.
- Analyze, monitor, track, and accrue all project related costs and ensures all cost information is incorporated into the current working estimate (CWE). When necessary, develop Request for Authorization (RAP) and Capital Appropriation package.
- Maintain all project files including daily logs on contractor activities, updated schedules and contract drawings, submittals/RFIs and sign in sheets.
- Ensure all project schedules are maintained, and coordinate with engineering, estimating, purchasing, work management, electric/gas/steam operations, etc. to resolve technical, field or contract issues.
- Perform night, overtime, and weekend supervisory duties as required.
- Establish and maintain professional, effective, timely, and consistent communication with all field inspectors, project specialists, managers, and all required company and external agency personnel.
- Communicate and enforce operational and procedural changes when required among its peers and direct reports.
- Maintain a driver license, NY State Project Monitor Certification, respirator and asbestos qualifications, gas operator qualification, as well as work permit certifications as required by job functions.
- Must be committed to fostering a Zero Accident Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Achieving Operational Excellence, developing an effective Cost Management Culture and Enhancing the Customers Experience.
- May perform other tasks and assignments as needed.
- Provides oversight and leadership at multiple construction job sites and may be reassigned to alternate locations based on business requirements.
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant construction experience or
- Associate's Degree and 4 years of relevant construction experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and 5 years of relevant construction experience
Preferred Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Business or Architecture preferred and 2 years relevant construction experience
Relevant Work Experience
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written, and presentation skills Required
- Fundamental background in construction or project management and be knowledgeable in electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical, construction or Operations Required
- Proficiency with Microsoft office products (Words, Excel, Powerpoint, Access database, etc.) and Oracle is required; proficiency and knowledge of ProjectWise, Auto-CAD, Micro-station, Microsoft Projects, Primavera, MAXIMO, and/or Oracle Work Management System is preferred Preferred
- Knowledge of DOT Code and permit requirements Preferred
- Knowledge of contract administration procedures, inspection and cost control Preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Assumes personal responsibility for actions
- Competent in the use of Auto-Cad to generate drawings.
- Ability to interpret basic information on drawings.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Effective negotiation skills
- Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
- Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
Additional Physical Demands
The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must respond to system emergencies
- Must work at field locations in all weather conditions
- Must work in an environment that includes heat, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
- Must climb ladders and stairs
- Must work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, or equipment
- Must enter underground vaults through manholes
- Must work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
- Must work with and in the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
- Must climb in and out of manholes and excavations
- Must walk, stand, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach
- Must travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
- Must wear all necessary personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including; fire retardant clothing and safety harness
- Must work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays
- Must work with equipment with manufacturer weight rating of 350 lbs.
- Must use their personal vehicles and transport, store, and secure company laptop computers and other job related equipment in the vehicle. Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle is available through the company mileage procedure.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Chief Inspector
Document your inspection credentials systematically
Gather all certifications, inspection reports, and letters from supervisors that quantify your scope of work before PERM begins. USCIS scrutinizes whether your experience meets the EB-2 advanced-degree standard or the EB-3 two-year skilled-worker threshold for Chief Inspector roles.
Use O*NET to frame your job duties
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Chief Inspector and map your actual daily responsibilities to its task list. Employers use this alignment to write the PERM job description, and a mismatch between your experience and the posted duties can trigger a DOL audit.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Filter by Chief Inspector roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed employment-based green card sponsorship history. This cuts out companies that accept applications but have never completed PERM, saving you months of pursuit on dead-end opportunities.
Target employers in regulated industries first
Federal contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and pharmaceutical producers hire Chief Inspectors under compliance mandates that make green card sponsorship a standard retention tool. These employers have established PERM workflows and in-house immigration counsel, which speeds the labor certification process.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location before negotiations finalize. PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage DOL certifies, and a Level I wage determination for a supervisory Chief Inspector role will likely draw scrutiny.
Understand AC21 portability before you change jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your priority date. Confirm the new Chief Inspector role falls within the same SOC code before you resign.
Green Card Chief Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B sponsorship and green card sponsorship for a Chief Inspector role?
H-1B visa sponsorship gives you temporary work authorization, typically in two or three-year increments, with no permanent status guaranteed. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, obtain a prevailing wage determination, run a formal recruitment test, and then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. The process is longer but the outcome is permanent.
Does a Chief Inspector role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card classification?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive inspection experience, EB-2 applies. If it requires a bachelor's degree alone or at least two years of skilled work experience, EB-3 applies. Some employers sponsor at EB-3 initially and later pursue an EB-2 upgrade to access a more favorable priority date.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Chief Inspector for a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history for inspection and quality-control roles. Many companies that hire Chief Inspectors in regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, and pharmaceuticals have existing PERM workflows and immigration counsel, making them more likely to sponsor qualified foreign professionals through the full I-140 and adjustment of status process.
How does the PERM labor certification process work for a Chief Inspector position?
Your employer files a prevailing wage request with OFLC to establish the minimum wage the job must pay. Once that determination arrives, the employer runs a mandatory recruitment test, advertising the role to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available. If recruitment is unsuccessful, the employer submits the ETA Form 9089 to DOL for certification. A certified PERM is then attached to the I-140 petition filed with USCIS.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship is underway?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original employer's I-140 was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you may retain your original priority date. Separately, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the green card process from the beginning.