Municipal & Water Resources Construction Inspector I (RPR I)

Hrg Inc; Pennsylvania; 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 Lehigh Valley, PA. This role is crucial for ensuring that construction projects meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety. As the primary on-site representative, you will oversee construction activities, conduct inspections, and maintain detailed documentation. Your expertise will help shape public works and private sector projects that directly impact the community. If you are passionate about construction and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction observation and administration.
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, site grading, and paving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities and inspect developer-installed improvements.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and report unsatisfactory work.

Skills

Construction Observation

Project Administration

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

HRG is an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

Join our dynamic team in Lehigh Valley, 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.