Construction Inspector - Water

STV; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV seeks an experienced Construction Inspector in the Waco, TX area to support the Water/Wastewater division. The role involves on-site observation of water and wastewater facilities, coordination with staff, and documentation to ensure compliance with plans and regulations.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, maintaining field records, and addressing field issues while mentoring junior staff and promoting STV's healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of inspection or construction experience.
• Broad expertise or unique knowledge applied to complex projects.
• Exercises independent judgment in methods and evaluation criteria.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and observe water/wastewater facilities and related infrastructure on construction projects.
• Perform on-site observations of installations, safety, grade elevations, and materials.
• Review plans, permits, and documents; discuss details with stakeholders.
• Maintain field records, progress payments, and non-conformance alerts.
• Support in coordinating materials testing and addressing site issues.
• Identify contract or plan adjustments needed due to field conditions.

Skills

inspection

construction

field observations

communication

problem solving

Job description

We have an immediate need in the Waco, TX area for a Construction Inspector for our Water/Wastewater division. The successful candidate will support our current staff while assisting in growing the W/WW Inspection practice to better service our clients statewide.

This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, broaden STV’s service offerings geographically, be involved in major transportation projects, mentor junior staff, all while promoting the culture of a healthy work-life balance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Under supervision, coordinates and performs observation of water/wastewater treatment plants, public works, water/wastewater utility lines, street, highway, bridge, building components, infrastructure and tract right of way on construction projects according to the specific areas of expertise of the inspector; performs related duties as required.
• Conducts on-site observations of construction installations, including but not limited to materials, grade elevations, underground facilities, construction safety precautions, minor concrete
• structures, traffic control devices, and erosion and siltation control installations to determine compliance with contract plans and specifications, and with city and other governmental regulations.
• Reviews construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits, and other plans affecting assigned projects.
• Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors and other project stakeholders.
• May make field measurements. May ensure conformance with applicable safety standards and regulations.
• Assists in coordinating materials testing. Identifies on-site project problems.
• Observes reports and alerts appropriate members of project team on non-conformance issues. Monitors the correction of project deficiencies.
• Identifies and recommends approval of necessary contract and/or plan adjustments to accommodate field conditions.
• Maintains daily diary and field records of material and quantities used.
• Calculates and recommends formal approval of appropriate progress payments to contractors for work completed.
• Investigates citizen complaints related to encroachment and/or grading violations.

Specific Requirements:

• Applicant preferred to possess a minimum of 8 years of inspection or construction experience.
• Having broad expertise or unique knowledge, uses construction concepts skills.
• Works on significant and unique issues and projects requiring an evaluation of intangibles.
• Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Contacts pertain to significant matters often involving coordination among groups. Occasionally provides consultation and advice to management regarding matters of considerable importance to the functional area.
• Exercises judgment to independently determine methods and procedures for completing new or special assignments.

Not sure this role is the perfect match?

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.

Compensation Range:

$83,983.00 - $95,435.00

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.