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Construction Monitor

Tetra Tech
San Bernardino, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2025
The Opportunity

Tetra Tech invites you to consider a rewarding opportunity as a Construction Project Monitor with Tetra Tech’s team of scientists and engineers. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Project Monitor with expertise in monitoring, inspection, and documenting of various construction projects including site restoration and remediation, remedial system construction, site grading, road construction, heavy equipment operations, stormwater management and control, irrigation and pumping system installation, and landscaping. Position responsibilities include field inspections, contractor submittals review and approval, construction plan review, and construction progress inspections.

The Construction Project Monitor will provide construction inspections commensurate with their existing training and experience, while being encouraged to take advantage of Tetra Tech’s project management training program. The successful candidate will execute construction inspections with a strong emphasis on safety, communication, and operation optimization. This position would require on-site work at project locations adjacent to the Salton Sea. This position will report to the Tetra Tech San Bernardino office; however, the work will be a remote job assignment supporting the Salton Sea project. Applicants must reside within 50 miles from the Salton Sea either in Imperial or Riverside counties.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

The Construction Project Monitor will have the opportunity to work on a variety of construction projects including site restoration and remediation, water resources, site development, and contaminated site remediation. Market sectors the Construction Project Monitor will work with may include state and Federal funded watershed resiliency and impact mitigation, site restoration, biological assessment, and stormwater control. The position will include duties such as:

  • Site reconnaissance and on-site evaluation of various governmental, construction sites.
  • Preparation of daily reports of project activities.
  • Development of bid specifications and contract documents.
  • Construction oversight.
  • Review of contractor submittals.
  • Prepare responses to contractor requests for information (RFI) and design change requests (DCR) and other similar construction management and monitoring documentation.
  • Review of construction designs and plans.
  • Construction cost tracking and review of contractor invoice.
  • Data compilation, review, and evaluation.
  • Strong problem solving, time management, and written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • The position will require field work (approx. 90%-100% of the time will be at client site), typically related to construction oversight, field investigation, and site reconnaissance.

Qualifications

  • HS diploma required with 10 years of construction monitoring experience. Alternatively, candidates with a B.S. degree in Geology, Biology, or related scientific or construction related field will require 5 years of construction monitoring experience.
  • Ability to perform and lead field data collection and construction and reclamation oversight on state and Federal lands and facilities, commercial, and industrial sites (approx. 90%-100% field work required).
  • Ability to correctly read and interpret engineer design drawings and as-builts.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction specifications
  • Strong skills and proficiency with computer systems including ability to use a Tetra Tech-supplied electronic logging software to document daily activities.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • OSHA HAZWOPER certification preferred, or ability to acquire.
  • Training and certification as a construction Stormwater professional as a QSP or QSD preferred, or ability to acquire.
  • Ability to work outdoors for long hours in a high-heat desert environment is a must.
  • Must be able to traverse large terrain carrying equipment and materials (up to a 50lb weight), over uneven ground, in all weather conditions.
  • Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Target salary range: $30.00 / hour to $50.00 / hour. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
  • Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical. Financial Benefits: 401K.
  • Merit-based financial rewards.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

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