Water & Wastewater Pipeline Inspector

Kennedy Jenks Consultants; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee ownership opportunity

Professional registration support

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Construction Inspector with pipeline experience in California to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects, focusing on underground utilities, pipeline installation, field quality observation, and construction documentation.

You will observe contractor work, document progress, support testing and commissioning, and coordinate with construction managers, resident engineers, contractors, clients, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Technical or vocational education plus 3 years of water or wastewater experience.
• Pipeline or underground utility inspection experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with plans, specifications, codes, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Inspect field work to ensure contractor compliance with plans and quality standards.
• Prepare daily progress reports, photo logs, and documentation.
• Assist with material testing, reviews, and as-built drawing checks.
• Ensure compliance with safety, SWPPP, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate in the field for testing, flushing, commissioning, and progress meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Independence and teamwork

Field coordination

Education

Technical school certificate or degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inspection tools

Reporting systems

Construction blueprints/drawings

Job description

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Construction Inspector with pipeline experience in California to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects, focusing on underground utilities, pipeline installation, field quality observation, and construction documentation.

You will observe contractor work, document progress, support testing and commissioning, and coordinate with construction managers, resident engineers, contractors, clients, and internal teams.