Stormwater Management Inspector

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•Herndon, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Stormwater Management Inspector to join our team in Fairfax, VA. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Entry level position, no experience necessary.
Certification or the ability to obtain state certification from Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) within 6 months is required (ESC, SWIN, and/or Dual Inspector) company paid.
Working skills in operating computer equipment, software programs, and field inspection equipment.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to complete and pass a criminal background check.
Must hold a valid state driver’s license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.
General knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods as applicable to municipal settings.
Working knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to construction, inspection, safety, and traffic control.
Considerable skill in reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans and specifications, and contract documents; skill in applying material testing procedures.
Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems.
Ability to perform required mathematical computations.
Work knowledge of math, surveying, construction plans, materials testing and construction materials and techniques as it applies to the work environment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of engineering, construction, and/or inspection fields preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.
Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute.
Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.
Foster and maintain positive client relationships and represent firm in a professional manner.
Perform stormwater inspection services for stormwater management (SWM), best management practice (BMP), low impact design (LID), and green infrastructure (GI) facilities.
Perform stormwater inspection services for stormwater conveyance channels and storm structures.
Perform construction inspections for SWM/BMP facility retrofit projects, stream restoration projects, and/or outfall stabilizations.
Perform Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC), Virginia Stormwater Management Permit (VSMP), and Stormwater Pollution. Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections for a multitude of project types and sizes.
Document and process inspection photos, forms, and field measurements.
Prepare inspection report and maintain files regarding inspection and plan check activities and findings.
Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractual field work which includes earthwork, drainage, and incidental construction.
Communicate and coordinate with the project contractor and job superintendent.
Verify and coordinate pay items.
Oversee and enforce installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls and safety devices.
Ensure construction is in accordance with project plans and specifications.