Project Manager – Special Inspections (P.E.)

SOCOTEC is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) to serve as Project Manager for Special Inspections, overseeing IBC Chapter 17 special inspection projects out of our Mechanicsburg, PA or Philadelphia, PA office. This role goes beyond scheduling and administration: the successful candidate will perform plan and specification review, technically oversee field special inspection staff, coordinate directly with on-site Construction Managers and project designers, and represent SOCOTEC at project meetings and industry events.Responsibilities:Manage, coordinate, and administer special inspection projects of varying scope and budget in accordance with IBC Chapter 17, the Pennsylvania Building Code, and (for Philadelphia projects) City of Philadelphia L&I requirements.Review project plans and specifications to determine and confirm the required scope of special inspections, including development/review of the Statement of Special Inspections.Technically oversee and support special inspection field staff (structural steel/bolting, welding, concrete, NDT, etc.); manage dispatch and inspection scheduling.Manage inspection budgets and schedules; monitor project progress against scope.Coordinate directly with on-site Construction Managers, architects, and engineers of record to resolve field issues and confirm inspection requirements.Review field inspection reports for code compliance and technical accuracy; ensure all required inspections are completed and properly documented.Maintain a log of work in-progress and incomplete work.Attend field and project meetings as necessary; represent SOCOTEC/AEG at client meetings and industry events.Work with the team to invoice projects monthly.Advise Director if Change Orders are required.Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.