Water/Wastewater Senior Construction Inspector

Dewberry; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector in Fairfax, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in water and wastewater facilities, with an engineering degree preferred, especially in mechanical engineering. Responsibilities include monitoring contractor compliance, conducting inspections, and participating in start-up activities for mechanical systems. Strong communication skills and project management software experience are essential. This position offers a chance to engage in innovative infrastructure projects in the mid-Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in water and wastewater facilities.
• Relevant certifications for water and wastewater construction management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractors to ensure compliance with plans.
• Inspect structural, mechanical, electrical work and site improvements.
• Participate in mechanical and instrumentation equipment start‑up activities.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Project management software

Knowledge of environmental laws

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

Procore

E-Builders

Unifier

E-Docs

Job description

Job Description

Dewberry is currently seeking a Senior Construction Inspector with background and experience in water and wastewater related infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, pressure pipeline, gravity pipeline, and process mechanical systems equipment and instrumentation installations, startup and commissioning. The position will be based in Fairfax, Virginia, with projects geographically based in the mid-Atlantic region (e.g. Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., etc.). The Senior Construction Inspector will be responsible for project‑specific inspection and constructability reviews during the design process. The successful candidate must have at least a minimum of five (5) years of experience with emphasis on water and wastewater facilities and be able to demonstrate a knowledgeable background with certifications, skills, and ability to provide resident project representation and/or construction inspection. An Engineering degree is required with a preference in Mechanical Engineering. Salary shall be based on applicable experience and certifications/education.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500+ professionals nationwide. We seek exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from personal integrity and other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees for more than a half‑century.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractors’ operations to ensure compliance with plans, contract terms and specifications.
• Inspect structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and site improvements work; coordinate schedules with the prime contractor and other agencies; review and monitor contractors’ plan of operation; provide technical guidance to engineers on contractors’ submittals and schedules; advise contractors of violations and recommend adjustments to operations.
• Familiar with and advise contractors on safety procedure violations and recommend adjustments to bring these violations into compliance.
• Participate in process system mechanical and instrumentation equipment start‑up and commissioning activities, including certifying proper installation, I/O point‑to‑point check‑out, operational readiness testing, functional testing and reliability testing.
• Take field measurements of pay items and oversee materials testing; check equipment; maintain and review comprehensive historical project records including inspector daily reports (IDR), activity photos, red‑line as‑built plans, progress schedules, work orders, change management and monthly estimates.
• Use industry‑standard project management software systems for relevant project tracking and documentation transmittal and storage.

Required Skills & Experience

• Engineering degree preferred, especially in mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with emphasis on water and wastewater facilities.
• Relevant certifications for water‑ and wastewater‑related construction management and inspection.
• Ability to provide technical knowledge, read and interpret water and wastewater infrastructure construction drawings and contract specifications; apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments; maintain detailed records; supervise and monitor required materials testing; and communicate effectively with owner and contractor personnel.
• Experience with project management software (Procore, E‑Builder, Unifier, E‑Docs, Microsoft).
• General understanding of P&IDs.
• Knowledge of current state and federal environmental laws and policies related to design and construction.
• Working skills in operating computer equipment and field inspection equipment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
• Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
• Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters

Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry‑approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.