Construction Inspector

LaBella Associates; Buffalo (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

LaBella Associates is seeking a full-time Site Representative for a 9,000 LF water main replacement at the University at Buffalo. The project runs from November 2026 through August 2028.

The Construction Inspector will oversee on-site observation, interpretation of plans, and documentation, with travel to field locations as required. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in construction inspection, a 4-year degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture, OSHA 10, and strong communication skills to coordinate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of construction inspection experience.
• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.
• Knowledge of roads, stormwater utilities, water and sanitary sewer line installations.
• Experience with SWPPP inspections preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construction observation and documentation on project site locations.
• Travel to field locations on a regular basis.
• Interpret construction documents and prepare field reports.
• Prepare record documents and coordinate with LaBella, campus, and contractor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Field inspection

Coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LaBella Associates is currently seeking a full-time site representative for our 9,000 LF water main replacement project at the University at Buffalo. The project is expected to start around November 1, 2026, and run through August 2028.

We will need a seasoned inspector who can handle complex situations, coordinate with LaBella, the campus, and the contractor, and thoroughly understand construction details and methods.

LaBella’s multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, land surveyors, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe. LaBella is also an employee-owned firm with annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee’s growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in every client project.

Job Duties

The Construction Inspector is responsible for construction observation and documentation on specific project site locations. Travel to field locations on a regular basis is expected, as well as construction document interpretation, field report preparation and record document preparation.

Salary Range: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Requirements

• Prior relevant work experience and knowledge of roads, stormwater utilities, water and sanitary sewer line installations as well as storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) inspections.
• Minimum of 5- 7 years of Construction Inspection experience
• 4-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture
• Knowledge of erosion and sediment control installation and maintenance , preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour certification
• Microsoft Office experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Additional certification requirements maybe necessary.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.