Water Resources Construction Inspector

Job Title: Resident Project Representative/Construction Inspector

Interested in this role? Apply directly today to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices. com for immediate consideration

interviews being conducted this week

Job Description

This position involves conducting on-site observations to monitor progress and quality of work according to contract documents, serving as the engineer's liaison with the contractor, maintaining adequate records, reviewing contractor's applications for payment, and other duties as assigned. The role primarily focuses on construction and rehabilitation projects for municipal water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Remain on the job site for the entirety of the project's construction.
• Maintain detailed reports of progress and contractor's compliance with the progress schedule.
• Review progress schedule, shop drawings, sample submittals, schedule of values, and other contractor submittals.
• Attend meetings with the contractor, including preconstruction conferences, progress meetings, and job conferences.
• Comply with site safety programs.
• Assist the engineer in serving as the owner's liaison with the contractor, obtaining additional details or information as required.
• Review applications for payment with the contractor for compliance with established procedures.
• Forward any recommendations to the assigned engineer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Construction inspection experience on water and wastewater projects, including potable water line installation, sewer installation, pump stations, lift stations, and treatment plant construction.
• Ability to read civil construction plans and specifications.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites and stay overnight.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience of 2+ years in construction inspection or RPR work for potable water line installation, sanitary sewer line installation, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and lift stations.
• Knowledge of testing procedures for water/sewer pipe installations, including pressure testing, air testing, hydrostatic testing, disinfection testing, vacuum testing, and mandrel testing.

Work Environment

This role requires travel throughout the State of Indiana and may involve overnight stays. The work environment includes working out in the field in all weather conditions, using personal vehicles with mileage reimbursement. Accommodation such as hotels or apartments will be provided when necessary. The position is contract-to-hire, lasting 9 months, with standard construction hours from 7 AM to 4 PM, and potential overtime up to 50+ hours as needed. The work involves being part of a team of 25-28 Resident Project Representatives managed by the Construction Manager.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $37.72/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025.

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