Water & Wastewater Construction Inspector II

-; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing critical infrastructure projects in Harrisburg. As a Water & Wastewater Construction Inspector II, you will ensure the successful delivery of essential construction projects that impact communities. Collaborate with experienced engineers and project managers while conducting inspections, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work with a supportive team in a flexible environment, where your contributions are valued and recognized. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Half-Day Fridays

Team building retreats

Fun workplace events

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction observation related to water and wastewater projects.
• Familiarity with basic survey, grade and cut sheets, and quantity data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and compliance.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Skills

Construction observation

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

Are you passionate about making a difference in critical infrastructure projects? Join our team in Harrisburg, PA as a Water & Wastewater Construction Inspector II (RPR I). The Water & Wastewater Construction Inspector II will play a vital role in ensuring the successful delivery of essential construction projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers and project managers while overseeing the implementation of water and wastewater systems that directly impact communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Oversight:

o Conduct on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and verify compliance with contract requirements

o Identify and report unsatisfactory or non-conforming work

o Evaluate contractor suggestions for modifications to designs or specifications and recommend actions

o Assist with cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and final inspections

o Verify that certificates, operation manuals, and other deliverables align with installed items and contract specifications

• Coordination & Communication:

o Attend pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and site inspections

o Notify Project Manager of sample availability, progress updates, and schedule adherence

o Assist with clarifications and interpretations of contract documents

o Communicate directly with contractors, owners, and regulatory agency representatives

• Compliance & Quality Assurance:

o Draft change orders and work directives as needed

o Review payment applications and schedules submitted by contractors

o Monitor tests, equipment startups, and training sessions to ensure compliance with contract requirements

• Organization & Documentation:

o Maintain accurate and organized project records, including logs, correspondence, reports, and photographs

o Track project schedules, shop drawings, and other contractor submissions

o Create and maintain electronic and/or paper files for all project documentation, including change orders, payment applications, and correspondence

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 4+ years of experience in:

o Construction observation and administration related to water and wastewater projects

o Construction observation and/or management for storm water, site grading, paving, and highway projects

o Familiarity of basic survey, grade and cut sheets, and quantity data

• NICET certification preferred, but not mandatory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people's everyday lives? Find out why it's #Good2bHRG :

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm's financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It's about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you'll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG's people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic's Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work: We've been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We've also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution. Apply now to be part of a company that truly values its people.