Utilities Inspector (Land Development)

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle and fuel card

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC is looking for a Construction Site Inspector in Naples, FL. The role focuses on site development inspections ensuring compliance with municipal standards for underground utilities, grading, drainage, and stormwater management.

Ideal candidates should have 1–3+ years of construction field experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to interpret civil/site plans. Benefits include take-home vehicle, medical insurance, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of construction or site inspection experience, preferably in site development.
• Ability to read and interpret civil/site plans and drawings.
• Comfortable working on active construction sites.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of site development and infrastructure construction.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with approved plans.
• Inspect trenching operations and utility installations.
• Conduct and observe compaction and field density testing.
• Maintain daily reports and inspection logs.
• Coordinate with contractors and municipal staff.

Skills

Construction site inspection

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Ability to read civil/site plans

Job description

Overview

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is hiring a Construction Site Inspector to support municipal utilities projects in the Naples, FL area. This role focuses on site development inspections, including underground utilities, grading, drainage, and stormwater infrastructure, ensuring compliance with municipal standards, plans, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of site development and infrastructure construction, including underground utilities (water, sewer, storm systems), stormwater systems (structures, piping, retention/detention), and grading/earthwork/drainage improvements
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, permits, and municipal standards
• Inspect trenching operations, utility installations, and backfill to ensure proper safety, compaction, and installation practices
• Conduct and/or observe compaction testing and field density testing
• Read and interpret civil/site construction drawings, grading plans, and utility profiles
• Verify line/grade, elevations, slopes, and drainage flow patterns in the field
• Maintain detailed daily reports, inspection logs, and photographic documentation
• Utilize GPS equipment and field technology to collect and verify location data
• Review as-builts and record drawings for accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and municipal staff to resolve field issues
• Perform final inspections and punch list verification for project closeout
• Support enforcement of erosion control and stormwater compliance measures

Requirements

• 1–3+ years of construction or site inspection experience, preferably in site development, underground utilities, or grading and drainage infrastructure
• Ability to read civil/site plans and drawings
• Comfortable working on active construction sites
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Experience with municipal/public works inspection (city or county projects)
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, erosion control, and drainage design
• Experience with compaction testing, field density testing, or related inspection tools
• Familiarity with Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) or local stormwater regulations
• Certifications such as: FDOT CTQP (Soils, Asphalt, or Concrete), Erosion & Sediment Control certifications (FDEP or equivalent), ICC Soils (or other relevant inspection credentials)
• Take-home company vehicle and fuel card for daily travel to job sites
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Certification reimbursement and incentive programs
• Paid time off and company-observed paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance (employee, spouse, and children)
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Optional benefits including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (50% of the first 6%)
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.