Water & Wastewater Civil Inspector

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) seeks a Resident Inspector to oversee construction and rehabilitation projects for Waterworks and Wastewater facilities. This hands-on role requires ensuring contractor compliance with MWRA policies, maintaining detailed project records, and assisting with cost estimates and report preparation.

The posting covers site inspections in Chelsea, MA with a standard weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• At least two years of civil engineering-related experience is preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as resident inspector on construction projects and monitor contractor compliance.
• Maintain daily diary with project data, photos, change orders and visits.
• Keep project files complete and updated per MWRA procedures.
• Assist Resident Engineer with quantity control and pay estimates; prepare reports.
• Prepare redlined drawings and sketches for record drawings.
• Compute quantities and project costs; review contractor payment requests.
• Coordinate construction with MWRA departments and public agencies.
• Review small project plans for bidability and constructability.

Skills

Construction inspection

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Civil Eng

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) seeks a Resident Inspector to oversee construction and rehabilitation projects for Waterworks and Wastewater facilities. This hands-on role requires ensuring contractor compliance with MWRA policies, maintaining detailed project records, and assisting with cost estimates and report preparation.

The posting covers site inspections in Chelsea, MA with a standard weekday schedule.