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Chief Inspector roles in quality assurance, construction, and regulatory compliance qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship when backed by a relevant bachelor's degree. Employers in infrastructure, manufacturing, and government contracting actively file Labor Condition Applications for experienced inspectors, making this a sponsorable title across multiple industries.
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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 Chief Inspector Jobs
Document your inspection certifications strategically
Many Chief Inspector roles require field certifications like API, AWS, or NICET alongside your degree. Compile credential transcripts and certification letters before applying so employers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility without delays in PERM or H-1B preparation.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for inspection or quality-control roles. Prior LCA activity signals an established sponsorship process, reducing your risk of an employer declining mid-offer due to unfamiliarity with the filing steps.
Distinguish your specialty from general inspection work
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Chief Inspector role genuinely requires a specific bachelor's degree. Frame your resume around technical specialization, such as structural engineering, materials science, or industrial quality systems, rather than broad supervisory duties that could suggest any degree would qualify.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating your offer
Run your offered title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting. Chief Inspector wages vary significantly by industry and geography, and your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the LCA to certify, so confirming the tier early prevents renegotiation friction later.
Ask about PERM versus H-1B timing during offer discussions
Some inspection employers, especially federal contractors, prefer sponsoring green cards through PERM rather than H-1B. Confirm which pathway your employer intends to use, since PERM labor certification involves DOL recruitment requirements and can add six to twelve months before USCIS adjudication begins.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
O*NET lists the knowledge domains and education benchmarks associated with Chief Inspector roles. If your employer receives a Request for Evidence from USCIS questioning specialty occupation status, citing O*NET's classification supports the connection between your degree field and the specific duties of your position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chief Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally demand a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as engineering, materials science, or industrial technology. A Chief Inspector title framed around broad supervisory duties without a tied degree requirement is more likely to face a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status.
Which visa types support sponsorship for Chief Inspector positions?
H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant path for Chief Inspector roles that meet specialty occupation standards. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role fits a qualifying USMCA profession such as engineer. For long-term options, EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification is available for qualified candidates with two or more years of relevant experience.
What degree does a sponsored Chief Inspector typically need?
Most H-1B petitions for Chief Inspector roles cite degrees in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or quality management. If your degree is in a related but adjacent field, such as materials science or applied physics, your employer's attorney will need to demonstrate a direct connection between your coursework and the inspection duties involved. Unrelated degrees rarely satisfy specialty occupation requirements for this title.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Chief Inspector role?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for inspection and quality-assurance roles, so you can prioritize companies that have already navigated the LCA and H-1B process. Construction firms, federal contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and energy companies are among the industries most actively sponsoring Chief Inspector positions.
Can a Chief Inspector change employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer once the new H-1B petition has been filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition and Labor Condition Application covering the new position. Your inspection certifications and employer-specific credentials should be updated in the new petition to reflect the specific duties of the incoming role.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Chief Inspector jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.