Onsite Construction Inspector – Water & Wastewater

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking Construction Inspectors to join our Estero, FL team. The Construction Inspector serves as the Owner’s Representative on utility and infrastructure projects, ensuring quality workmanship and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes field oversight, accurate documentation, and collaboration among contractors, clients, and design teams. Join us to contribute to safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery of underground utility, water, and wastewater construction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of construction inspection or RPR experience, preferably on water or wastewater projects.
• Familiarity with treatment systems such as pumping, piping, valves, filtration, or chemical feed systems.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to document field conditions clearly.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site Engineer as an on-site representative, monitoring progress and quality.
• Coordinate with construction managers, contractors, and client reps to support project delivery.
• Attend progress meetings and document key discussions and actions.
• Prepare daily reports documenting construction activities, equipment, and site conditions.
• Track and maintain project documentation including submittals, RFIs, equipment deliveries, and correspondence.
• Review submittals related to process equipment, mechanical systems, and materials.
• Perform routine field inspections to verify plans and specs are followed.
• Observe installation of treatment systems including pumps, piping, valves, and chemical feed systems.
• Assist in observing testing activities and report findings to the Engineer.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and support resolution with the project team.
• Assist in reviewing contractor pay applications by verifying installed quantities.
• Support preparation of progress reports for internal and client meetings.

Skills

Construction inspection

Quality control

Documentation

Communication

On-site supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in engineering technology or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking Construction Inspectors to join our Estero, FL team. The Construction Inspector serves as the Owner’s Representative on utility and infrastructure projects, ensuring quality workmanship and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes field oversight, accurate documentation, and collaboration among contractors, clients, and design teams. Join us to contribute to safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery of underground utility, water, and wastewater construction.