Field Inspector – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Raleigh Water seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Construction Inspector to oversee the installation, repair, and upgrade of municipal water and wastewater assets—pump stations, treatment facilities, generators and pipelines. You will act as the City's field representative to ensure work conforms to approved plans, applicable codes, and industry standards.

This role requires strong construction oversight, problem‑solving, and clear communication with engineers, contractors, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 3–5 years in construction, inspection, or related work.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes, regulations, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Visits each assigned site regularly to confirm compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Reviews engineers' and private firms' design plans/drawings.
• Identifies project issues and consults with stakeholders to determine resolutions.
• Schedules pre-construction, progress, and start-up meetings; maintains records.
• Communicates with project developers, contractors, utility companies, suppliers, inspection agencies and staff.
• Maintains daily inspection reports, photo/video logs, quantity tracking, and redline as-built drawings.
• Monitors and approves pressure tests for water lines, gravity sewer, and force mains per contract requirements.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Conflict management and de-escalation

Teamwork and collaboration

Construction plans & specifications

Documenting work and records

Time management and deadlines

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Raleigh Water seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Construction Inspector to oversee the installation, repair, and upgrade of municipal water and wastewater assets—pump stations, treatment facilities, generators and pipelines. You will act as the City's field representative to ensure work conforms to approved plans, applicable codes, and industry standards.

This role requires strong construction oversight, problem‑solving, and clear communication with engineers, contractors, and