Municipal & Water Resources Construction Inspector I

Herbert; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Municipal & Water Resources Construction Inspector I to join their dynamic team in Cranberry Township. This role involves overseeing construction projects, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards. You will act as the primary on-site representative, conducting inspections, maintaining documentation, and liaising with contractors. The firm is known for its commitment to employee ownership and offers a supportive environment that fosters growth and flexibility. If you're a problem solver with a passion for making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Team building retreats

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project experience in construction observation required.
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, site grading, and paving is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities and ensure compliance with plans.
• Conduct on-site observations and maintain detailed project documentation.

Skills

Construction Observation

Project Administration

Stormwater Systems Knowledge

Site Grading Knowledge

Paving Knowledge

Highway Projects Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

Join our dynamic team in Cranberry Township, PA, where we work on exciting public works and private sector projects that shape our community. We are seeking a Municipal & Water Resources Construction Inspector I (RPR I) to ensure that construction projects meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety.

As a Municipal & Water Resources Construction Inspector I (RPR I), you will serve as the primary on-site representative, overseeing construction activities and inspecting developer-installed improvements for land development and subdivision projects. Your expertise will ensure that projects align with approved plans, specifications, and municipal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Review project schedules, shop drawing submittals, and schedules of values, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements.
• Meeting Participation: Attend pre-construction and progress meetings, document key discussions, and circulate comprehensive meeting minutes.
• Liaison Role: Act as the engineer’s liaison with contractors, assisting in contract document interpretation.
• Construction Observation: Conduct on-site observations of work progress, verifying compliance with plans and specifications.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed project documentation, including diaries/logs, correspondence, shop drawings, and contractor records.
• Report any unsatisfactory, faulty, or defective work to the project engineer.
• Testing and Inspections: Assist in testing, inspections, and start-up activities, ensuring proper documentation and execution.
• Plan Reviews: Review plans for compliance with municipal requirements and prepare improvement guarantee cost estimates.
• Guarantee Evaluations: Inspect developer-installed improvements and prepare detailed inspection reports for completeness.
• Guarantee Requests: Evaluate improvement guarantee reduction requests.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of project experience in construction observation and administration.
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, site grading, paving, and highway projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• ACI certification is desired but not mandatory.
• Ability to travel to job sites, meetings, and other office locations as required (Valid U.S. driver’s license is required).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people’s everyday lives? Find out why it’s #Good2bHRG:

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm’s financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It’s about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you’ll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG’s people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic’s Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work: We’ve been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We’ve also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution. Apply now to be part of a company that truly values its people.