Construction Inspector - Resident Project Representative (Water)

Gonzalez Companies, LLC; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental and vision

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401K

Bonus program

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Professional development

Team of professionals

Job summary

Gonzalez Companies, LLC is looking for a Construction Inspector to support water and wastewater projects in the Indianapolis area. You will serve as the on-site representative, coordinating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to drive regulatory compliance and successful project completion.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years’ inspection experience, with travel to multiple job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent).
• 2+ years of experience inspecting water/wastewater facilities and related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (AWWA, EPA, OSHA).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and report writing capability.
• Familiarity with testing procedures and field measurements.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of water and wastewater facilities and related infrastructure.
• Verify work complies with design plans, specs, codes, and regulations.
• Document observations with detailed reports, photos, and logs.
• Monitor contractor activities for quality and safety compliance.
• Identify deficiencies and communicate findings to project team.
• Review and approve submittals and as-built docs when appropriate.
• Attend project meetings to provide updates and support issues resolution.
• Assist in testing, commissioning, and start-up inspections of equipment.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance during construction and operation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and progress reports.

Skills

Inspection skills

Regulatory knowledge

Report writing

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Inspection apps

Job description

Description

Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Construction Inspector to help serve our water and wastewater clients. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.

Department:

Water/Wastewater

Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Compensation:

$36.00 - $45.67 / hour

Project is based in Greenwood, IN.

The CEI will oversee and monitor infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with contract specifications, design plans, and regulatory standards. This role involved acting as the primary on-site representative for the project owner, collaborating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to facilitate successful project completion.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct on-site inspections of water and wastewater facilities, including treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, and distribution systems.
• Verify construction and installation work complies with design plans, specifications, codes, and regulations.
• Document observations through detailed inspection reports, photographs, and daily logs.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure quality control and adherence to safety standards.
• Identify deficiencies, potential risks, or non-compliance issues and communicate findings to project managers and engineers.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, shop drawings, and as-built documentation when appropriate.
• Participate in project meetings to provide inspection updates and support problem resolution.
• Assist in testing, commissioning, and start-up inspections of equipment and systems.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance during construction and operations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, progress reports, and any corrective actions required.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience inspecting water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, or related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of construction practices, codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (AWWA, EPA, OSHA, state/local regulations).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and report writing capabilities.
• Familiarity with construction testing procedures (water sampling, concrete, coatings, pipelines, mechanical/electrical systems).
• Prior water sampling and handling experience is preferred but can be learned on the job,
• Competence in using inspection tools, field measurement equipment, and software (e.g., MS Office, inspection apps).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to multiple job sites.
• Professional certifications preferred but not required (e.g., Certified Construction Inspector, NICET, CWEA).

Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development
• A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside

Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest.

Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pay Transparency:

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.