Now Hiring: Construction Inspector: Water & Wastewater Infrastructure (NYC)

Are you an experienced Construction Inspector ready to take on projects that keep New York City running? Do you want to play a key role in upgrading the city’s water and wastewater systems some of the most essential and impactful infrastructure in the region?

This is your opportunity to make a real difference.

We’re seeking a Construction Inspector to support major water and wastewater treatment facility projects across NYC. In this role, you will be the eyes and ears of the Construction Management (CM) team, providing accurate field insight, ensuring quality and compliance, and contributing directly to the successful delivery of essential public works.

🔍 What You’ll Do

As a Construction Inspector, you will be on the front lines of project execution. Your work ensures that construction is performed safely, correctly, and in alignment with the project’s technical standards.

Your responsibilities include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and work plans
• Conducting on-site observation, monitoring, inspection, and evaluation of construction activities
• Observing, documenting, and reporting on contractor performance
• Preparing detailed daily reports, verifying material quantities, and managing time & material records
• Maintaining accurate redlines and field documentation
• Coordinating closely with CM teams and other project stakeholders
• Assisting with project start-up and supporting field operations throughout the project lifecycle

This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and critical to the integrity and success of every project you touch.

🛠️ Skills You’ll Bring

We’re looking for candidates with strengths in:

• Civil engineering
• Construction inspection
• Water and wastewater systems
• Reporting & documentation
• DEP / municipal experience
• Civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical familiarity
• Pump station, DDC, or utility construction experience

Top Skills:

Civil Engineering • Construction • Inspection • Reporting • Wastewater Treatment • Water & Wastewater • DEP • Field Observation

🎓 Qualifications

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

• 7 years of construction or construction observation experience
• Familiarity with civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Willingness to travel throughout the NYC metro area
• Experience with municipal water/wastewater projects preferred
• BS or Associate Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science (preferred, not required)

🌆 Why This Role Matters

New York City relies on safe, reliable water and wastewater infrastructure, and your work directly contributes to public health, environmental protection, and the long-term resilience of the city.

If you want to be part of high-impact projects, collaborate with respected engineering teams, and expand your career in municipal infrastructure, this role offers the opportunity to do exactly that.

📩 Apply Today

If you're ready to take on meaningful work that strengthens the city’s most essential systems, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help build a safer, smarter, more resilient New York.

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $104000.00 - $174000.00/yr.

Comprehensive benefits package which includes employer paid life insurance, 401k employer contribution (after 1 year of service), performance bonus, comprehensive family medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave (after 1 year of service), employee assistance and wellness programs

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Salary : $104,000 - $174,000