Construction Inspector (Water / Wastewater)

HireOTS; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)

401K match

Sign-on bonus

Paid OT

Annual Performance Bonus

Job summary

A leading civil consulting firm in the US is seeking an experienced site inspector to oversee water and wastewater facility projects. Responsibilities include inspecting construction activities, reviewing plans, and coordinating system shutdowns. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of experience, a high school diploma, and a solid understanding of construction specifications and safety protocols. This role offers a sign-on bonus and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of progressive experience in field inspection or related work.
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour safety training.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction contracts and activities for water and wastewater projects.
• Review plans for constructability, accuracy, and issues.
• Conduct comprehensive site inspections and prepare reports.

Skills

Knowledge of construction specifications

Proficiency in construction methods

Understanding of soil compaction techniques

Knowledge of OSHA safety protocols

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical or Associate Degree

Job description

Client:

• THE most reputable Water/Wastewater Infrastructure and Treatment Civil Consulting firm in the US & Canada
• 100% employee-owned for close to 100 years
• Full Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, and 401K match
• Sign-on bonus
• Paid OT and Annual Performance Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Inspects construction contracts and activities for water and wastewater facility projects
• Reviews plans and specifications for constructability, accuracy, and potential issues
• Plans, schedules, and conducts comprehensive site inspections
• Coordinates construction-related system shutdowns and outages with client facilities
• Prepares detailed inspection reports and maintains thorough daily logs
• Organizes and updates all project documentation, including photo records
• Tracks construction progress, field changes, and as-built conditions with precision
• Develops monthly estimates of completed construction quantities
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, and project owners

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge of standard construction specifications, codes, and special standards for water and wastewater facility projects
• Proficient in construction methods, materials, and equipment used in utility and infrastructure work
• Strong understanding of soil compaction techniques, density testing procedures, and concrete handling, placement, curing, and sampling practices
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA Construction Safety Orders and related safety protocols
• Skilled in maintaining clear, accurate, and organized project records
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in computer applications and internet-based tools
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2–5 years of progressive experience in field inspection or related construction work
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour safety training and other relevant construction certifications
• Two-year technical or Associate Degree in a related technical field (+)