Detroit Water & Sewer Construction Inspector

Energy Jobline ZR; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)

Paid parental leave

Life & AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term

Job summary

DLZ Corporation is seeking Construction Inspectors to support Detroit's Water and Sewer Department, performing full-time field inspection, documentation, and testing on municipal infrastructure across Detroit, MI.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of municipal inspection experience, ability to read plans, prepare daily reports in e-Builder/Cityworks, and willingness to travel and work outdoors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training preferred.
• 3–5 years of construction inspection experience on municipal infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, schedules, and field sketches.
• Experience preparing daily inspection reports, field measurements, quantity records, photos, and documentation.
• Knowledge of excavation, trench safety, utilities, backfill, compaction, concrete, asphalt, and site restoration.
• MDOT materials testing certifications or credentials for concrete and density are preferred; willingness to obtain.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety training and MISS DIG 811 training preferred; willingness to complete required training.
• Proficient with laptops/tablets, email, MS Office, and project management/inspection apps.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently with a field team.
• Able to work outdoors, travel between sites, and handle overtime/weekends as required.
• Valid driver's license; willing to use personal vehicle for travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time construction inspection for sewer and water infrastructure upgrades.
• Review plans, specs, schedules, and work requirements for compliance.
• Observe field work: excavation, safety, traffic control, and public protection.
• Prepare Daily Inspection Reports using DWSD-approved software (e-Builder, Cityworks, Collector Apps).
• Document contractor activities, quantities, materials, photos, and progress.
• Coordinate field and lab testing of materials (density, concrete, asphalt).
• Monitor progress against schedules; assist with payment estimates and closeout records.
• Communicate with contractors, utility reps, suppliers, City staff, and stakeholders.
• Assist with RFIs, changes, final inspections, and project closeout files.
• Adhere to safety plans and DLZ policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading plans

Report writing

Written communication

Independent work

Field safety

Driver's license

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

e-Builder

Cityworks

ArcGIS

Collector Apps

Job description

DLZ Corporation is seeking Construction Inspectors to support Detroit's Water and Sewer Department, performing full-time field inspection, documentation, and testing on municipal infrastructure across Detroit, MI.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of municipal inspection experience, ability to read plans, prepare daily reports in e-Builder/Cityworks, and willingness to travel and work outdoors.