Disaster Recovery Site Inspector (On-Call, Field)

Tetra Tech; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit‑based rewards

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking experienced Site Inspectors to support disaster recovery programs nationwide. This on‑call role involves documenting damages to public infrastructure and facilities, and coordinating with engineers, project managers, and recovery specialists.

Inspectors may work in the field, remotely, or in hybrid arrangements depending on client needs, travel on short notice, and participate in recovery funding and planning activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in building inspection, construction, facility assessment, infrastructure assessment, insurance inspections, damage assessments, engineering support, architecture, construction management, or related field.
• Experience collecting, documenting, and organizing field data.
• Ability to travel on short notice as needed.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, mobile data collection applications, cloud‑based information systems, and smartphone/tablet technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and desktop‑based inspections of facilities and infrastructure impacted by disasters.
• Evaluate and document disaster‑related damages to public buildings, roads, bridges, utilities, parks, drainage systems, and other facilities.
• Capture photographs, measurements, observations, and site conditions necessary to support recovery funding programs.
• Document building and site‑specific attributes using data collection applications and technology platforms.
• Verify reported damages and support validation of project information.
• Conduct virtual inspections using photographs, videos, engineering reports, GIS tools, and other available documentation when field deployment is not required.
• Collect, organize, and upload inspection data using cloud‑based and mobile data collection platforms.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and supporting documentation.
• Develop clear and comprehensive site inspection reports.
• Review inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Maintain project documentation in accordance with client, program, and quality control requirements.
• Track assigned inspections and report completion status through designated management systems.
• Coordinate site visits with facility representatives, local government staff, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate inspection requirements and scheduling needs.
• Explain inspection processes and documentation requirements to applicants.
• Maintain professionalism and customer service throughout project delivery.
• Facilitate resolution of issues encountered during inspections and data collection activities.
• Support FEMA Public Assistance and other disaster recovery programs through inspection and documentation activities.
• Assist project teams in understanding facility conditions and documented damages.
• Collaborate with engineers, cost estimators, architects, environmental specialists, and grant management professionals.
• Provide information necessary to support project formulation, eligibility reviews, and recovery planning activities.
• Maintain awareness of disaster recovery program requirements and inspection protocols.

Skills

Disaster recovery inspections

Field inspection

Data collection and documentation

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Emergency Management, Building Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Logistics, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

GIS / geospatial data collection

Mobile data collection apps

Cloud‑based information systems

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking experienced Site Inspectors to support disaster recovery programs nationwide. This on‑call role involves documenting damages to public infrastructure and facilities, and coordinating with engineers, project managers, and recovery specialists.

Inspectors may work in the field, remotely, or in hybrid arrangements depending on client needs, travel on short notice, and participate in recovery funding and planning activities.