Utility Inspector - Water/Wastewater

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP • Lynchburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!
WRA is currently seeking Utility Construction Inspectors for our growing team in the Lynchburg, VA area. The Construction Inspector is responsible for providing daily construction management and inspection services for water and wastewater projects.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in any of the specified areas listed below.
• HS diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• Must have good communication skills
• Must have the ability to read/interpret plans and specifications; writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports.
• Basic computer skills are required for completing electronic inspection reports including familiarity with software for project document control.
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment.
• Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites.
• Experience in one or more of the following Water & Wastewater categories required: Utilities including but not limited to pipeline installation, replacement, and rehabilitation; Pumping Stations including new construction or rehabilitation; Treatment Plants including upgrades or rehabilitation and new construction for facility expansions; Water Tanks including tank rehabilitation and repairs.

Nice To Haves

• BS Degree, AA Construction Management or apprenticeship training in Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing preferred.
• Specific experience with regional Public Works and Utility agencies preferred.
• Construction software experience preferred.
• NASSCO certifications desirable including NASSCO-ITCP/CIPP/MR for sanitary sewer pipeline and manhole repairs/rehabilitation.
• DEQ Sediment & erosion control certifications
• Certification in Intermediate Work Zone Safety Traffic Control
• OSHA safety training.
• ACI Concrete Testing Technician Level I

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the contractor’s work for conformance to the design contract plans, specifications and general permit requirements
• Tracking daily quantities
• Completing daily electronic inspection reports
• Reviewing payment requisitions
• Maintaining field construction documentation and as-built drawings

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED