Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Inspector

Kennedy Jenks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful projects

Professional growth

Competitive compensation & benefits

Job summary

Kennedy Jenks is seeking Construction inspectors to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects in the Seattle area. Inspectors ensure quality and conformance with plans, specs, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining thorough daily reports and logs.

Candidates should have technical training or degree and 5–20 years of relevant field experience. The role offers exposure to major utilities work, with strong safety practices and team collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Technical school certificate or degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5-20 years of experience in water/wastewater infrastructure is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to ensure contractor work aligns with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Prepare daily reports, including written documentation and photo logs.
• Coordinate material testing and special inspection activities.
• Review contractor submittals and as-built drawings.
• Ensure compliance with public, regulatory, and permitting agencies, including SWPPP.
• Support project commissioning and startup activities.
• Participate in weekly and other progress meetings and interact with clients as needed.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Construction Manager (CM), Resident Engineer, or Lead Inspector.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Technical school certificate or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inspection tools

Reporting systems

Job description

Kennedy Jenks is seeking Construction inspectors to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects in the Seattle area. Inspectors ensure quality and conformance with plans, specs, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining thorough daily reports and logs.

Candidates should have technical training or degree and 5–20 years of relevant field experience. The role offers exposure to major utilities work, with strong safety practices and team collaboration across disciplines.