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Chief Inspector jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of technical authority and regulatory compliance. Employers filing an H-1B petition for this role must classify it as a specialty occupation, which requires structuring the position around degree-level engineering, quality assurance, or industrial science duties. Roles grounded in applied technical analysis typically meet that threshold.
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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
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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chief Inspector
Frame your credentials around degree-level duties
Your resume and credential portfolio should foreground the technical analysis, engineering judgment, and standards-based decision-making you perform daily. Inspection roles that read as trade-level on paper can fail the specialty occupation test even when the actual work is degree-dependent.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified wage level for your SOC code and worksite location before any offer conversation. Your H-1B petition locks in a wage floor, so knowing the Level I through IV tiers prevents accepting an offer the LCA can't support.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for inspection and quality assurance roles. Employers already familiar with the filing process move faster and are less likely to withdraw an offer when they see the sponsorship timeline.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your Chief Inspector role involves rotating across multiple facilities or client sites, each location needs its own certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer early so DOL filings don't lag behind your actual assignment schedule.
Align your degree field to the specific inspection discipline
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field directly to the role's technical duties. A mechanical engineering or industrial quality degree supports an inspection role far more cleanly than a general business or unrelated science degree, so position the connection explicitly in any employer documentation.
Use O*NET to anchor your job description language
O*NET lists the core tasks and knowledge requirements for inspection occupations by SOC code. Employers drafting your H-1B support letter should mirror that language when describing your role, reinforcing the degree-level nature of the position to USCIS adjudicators.
H-1B Visa Chief Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chief Inspector role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines and documents the position. When the role requires applying engineering principles, interpreting technical standards, or conducting failure analysis that demands a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a closely related field, it typically qualifies. Roles framed around general trade inspection without degree-level analytical duties do not meet the specialty occupation threshold, and USCIS will issue a Request for Evidence or deny the petition on that basis.
What SOC code should my employer use for the LCA filing?
Most Chief Inspector roles map to SOC 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers) or 51-9061 (Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers), depending on the technical depth of the work. The SOC code drives the prevailing wage obligation, so choosing the wrong code can either underpay the certified wage or undermine the specialty occupation argument. Your employer should review O*NET and consult an immigration attorney before submitting the LCA to DOL.
How long can I work as a Chief Inspector on H-1B status?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if a qualifying green card process is already underway, specifically if an I-140 petition has been approved or a PERM labor certification has been pending for at least 365 days. Outside of those green card pathways, the six-year cap is firm.
What happens if my Chief Inspector role moves to a new worksite?
Each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA before you begin working there. If your employer deploys you to a client facility or a second plant that isn't listed on your current LCA, that's a compliance violation. Your employer needs to file an amended LCA with DOL and, in many cases, an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the assignment starts, not after.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Chief Inspector roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for inspection and quality assurance positions. Employers with an established H-1B track record are less likely to withdraw offers due to process uncertainty, and you can review their filing patterns before applying.