Construction Inspector

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / vacation or sick leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Inspector for on-site engagement across Michigan, focusing on watermain and sewer replacement projects in Detroit and Metro Detroit. The role ensures compliance with specifications, maintains quality and safety, and documents field observations to support project delivery.

This long-term contract-to-hire position offers potential to move into a direct role and to work on a broad set of municipal infrastructure improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of construction inspection/observation experience.
• Experience on municipal infrastructure projects (watermain, sewer, sidewalks, ADA ramps).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project specifications and drawings to ensure work matches plan.
• Perform field inspections on watermains, sewer systems, streets, and site structures.
• Coordinate material testing and maintain inspection equipment.
• Prepare Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs) and field data.
• Use MS Office to prepare reports and communicate with stakeholders.
• Maintain safety on site and adhere to health regulations.
• Record daily quantities for contractor payment verification.
• Collaborate with staff on design changes and field challenges.

Skills

Construction inspection

Municipal projects

IDR reports

Microsoft Office

OSHA 10

AASHTOWare

Valid driver’s license

Plan reading

Safety procedures

Tools

AASHTOWare

Field Book

Bluebeam

e-Builder

Project Wise

Job description

Job Title: Construction Inspector

The Construction Inspector serves as the on-site representative for local agency infrastructure projects across Michigan, with a primary focus on watermain and sewer replacement projects in the Detroit and Metro Detroit area. This role ensures that construction work complies with project specifications and drawings, maintains high standards of quality and safety, and provides accurate documentation and communication to support successful project delivery. The position offers long‑term contract work with the potential to transition to a direct role and involvement in a wide range of municipal infrastructure improvements.

Job Description

The Construction Inspector is the on‑site liaison for local government infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. The role involves documentation, inspection, and coordination of materials and equipment across water, sewer, street, and roadway projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project specifications and working drawings and clearly communicate requirements to contractors to ensure all work is built according to plan.
• Perform thorough field inspections and construction observations on watermains, sanitary and sewer systems, street repairs, sidewalks, ADA ramps, roadways, and other site structures.
• Coordinate material testing and sampling and ensure all inspection and testing equipment is properly maintained.
• Accurately obtain, record, and organize field data and prepare comprehensive field reports, including Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs).
• Use Microsoft Office to prepare documentation, reports, and correspondence and to support clear communication with project stakeholders.
• Maintain open and proactive communication with project staff, contractors, and other stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress and potential issues.
• Record daily construction quantities to support accurate review and verification of contractor payment requests.
• Understand and adhere to all public health and safety requirements and ensure proper safety procedures are followed on site.
• Collaborate with project staff to address design changes, field challenges, and unforeseen conditions in a timely and practical manner.
• Perform quantity calculations and verify installed quantities against plans and specifications.
• Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment in good working condition and report any issues promptly.
• Use construction‑related software platforms such as AASHTOWare, Field Book, Project Wise, Bluebeam, e‑Builder, MetaField, or Appia, as applicable to the project.
• Support construction activities on City of Highland Park, City of Detroit, Detroit Water and Sewer Department, and other municipal infrastructure projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall project success and meet client expectations.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of construction inspection and/or construction observation experience.
• Proven experience on municipal infrastructure projects such as watermain, sewer, sanitary systems, sidewalks, ADA ramps, roadways, and site structures.
• Strong experience in construction inspection, construction observation, and municipal project environments.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for communication, documentation, and reporting.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Familiarity with at least one of the following systems: AASHTOWare, Field Book, Project Wise, Bluebeam, e‑Builder, MetaField, or Appia.
• Experience with sanitary sewer systems and related inspection tasks.
• Clean driving record and ability to safely operate a work vehicle.
• Strong report writing skills and attention to detail in documentation.
• Ability to work 10–12 hour days, 5–6 days per week, including occasional Sundays.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and working drawings and apply them in the field.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and public health requirements on construction sites.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dearborn, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00–$42.00 per hour.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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