DoB special inspections

i do not know the answer but i would call an expeditor

Special Inspection is not a random audit type of thing, it's a third-party check on specific aspects of the job as required by current building codes. Either architect (or an expeditor) should be able to map out for you which aspects of your specific job will trigger special inspection requirements. Also verify that the one architect is permitted to perform special inspections on jobs they've filed -- my understanding is it's supposed to be a non-affiliated third party, sort of like how appraisers don't work directly for mortgage banks anymore.

Thanks for the information Joe. I found this from DoB's FAQ section:

5. Can the Design Professional of record perform Special Inspections for a project (s)he designed?

Yes, as long as the Design Professional is working for a registered Special Inspection Agency and as long as being the Design Professional of record is not a conflict of interest. The registered Design Professional of record must not engage in any activities that may conflict with his/her objective judgment and integrity.

Great, so you just need someone to advise you, based on your specific scope of work, what special inspections might be required.