Water/Wastewater Construction Inspector

Dewberry; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 74,417 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Water/Wastewater Construction Inspector for work in Rancho Cordova or Manteca, CA. The role involves field data collection, inspection, and supporting pay applications for infrastructure projects under project managers.

Required is a foundation in construction inspection with 6+ years’ experience; water/wastewater facility exposure is preferred. Candidate must be able to work outdoors in various conditions and drive as needed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in construction inspection.
• Experience with water or wastewater facilities preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Effective communication with clients, coworkers, sub‑consultants, contractors, and agency staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor operations for compliance with contract plans, provisions, and specifications.
• Identify field issues and discuss solutions with supervisor and contractor.
• Advise contractors on safety violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform field measurements of pay items and maintain daily records and diaries.
• Oversee materials testing such as soil compaction, concrete, and asphalt field tests.
• Document all field activities and coordinate with owner and contractor.

Skills

Construction inspection

Reading plans

Communication

Safety enforcement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Water/Wastewater Construction Inspector

Dewberry is currently seeking a Water/Wastewater Construction Inspector for work in Rancho Cordova or Manteca, CA office locations. The position will perform a variety of investigation and construction related work in support of small and large infrastructure projects. The Inspector will perform tasks such as construction document management, construction inspection, collecting field data needed to progress pay applications, and establishing quantity and cost estimates. The Inspector must be flexible, client focused, and capable of working independently under the supervision of project managers.

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 with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor operations for compliance with contract plans, provisions, and specifications.
• Proactively identify field issues and discuss solutions with supervisor and contractor.
• Advise contractors on violations of safety procedures and recommend adjustments to bring these violations into compliance.
• Execute field measurements of pay items; maintain daily diaries, materials notebooks, redline as‑built plans, understand progress schedules, work orders, and monthly estimates.
• Oversee and document materials testing such as soil compaction, concrete, and asphalt field tests.
• Document all field activities and work collaboratively with the owner and contractor.

Required Skills & Experience

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred, but not required.
• 6+ years of experience in construction inspection; water or wastewater facility inspection experience preferred.
• Experience with foundations, buildings, underground utilities, earthwork, asphalt and concrete.
• Work in a timely fashion to meet project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clients, coworkers, sub‑consultants, contractors, and agency review staff.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to read and interpret plans and specifications, and perform quantity and engineering computations.
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat, and lift 50 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes, and ability to stand for long periods on varied surfaces.
• Driving is required; a clean driving record is required.

EEO & Diversity Statement

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.

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

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.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $54.02 per hour – $75.00 per hour. Depending on other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, and market conditions, the range may vary slightly.