Job Title: Construction InspectorJob Description
The Construction Inspector works 100% in the field across the DC and Northern Virginia area, traveling daily to residential sites to meet directly with homeowners and support municipal water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects. This role focuses on ensuring that construction activities comply with project plans and specifications, with an emphasis on horizontal and civil construction work, including wet utilities and water lines. The position suits candidates with a construction background who are comfortable working independently without a local office and who enjoy a mobile, site-based work style.
Responsibilities
Inspect and observe construction projects, or specific aspects of projects, to verify that work is completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
Identify unforeseen site or construction conditions and promptly communicate these issues to senior supervising construction staff for resolution.
Maintain accurate field notes, daily reports, and documentation of work performed, and track schedule progress for assigned projects.
Perform basic estimating tasks as needed to support project planning and delivery.
Gather and document field information to support and inform project design and future project planning.
Develop and maintain professional working relationships with design divisions, construction contractors, and subcontractors to support effective project delivery.
Demonstrate sufficient technical skills and judgment to take responsibility for inspection of assigned portions of projects under the supervision of senior construction staff.
Provide guidance and supervision to less experienced inspectors when appropriate, helping to support their development and ensure consistent inspection standards.
Travel daily throughout the DC/VA region to various project sites, meeting directly with homeowners and project stakeholders as needed.
Support the successful delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects by ensuring quality, safety, and compliance in the field.
Essential Skills
1 to 3 years of inspection experience in construction.
Experience working on horizontal or civil construction projects.
Construction background, with the ability to interpret and apply construction plans and specifications.
Experience with wet utility work, including water lines, or related civil infrastructure construction.
Ability to maintain accurate field notes, daily reports, and project documentation.
Capability to perform basic estimating tasks in support of construction projects.
Strong observational skills to identify unforeseen conditions and potential issues on site.
Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with design teams, contractors, and subcontractors.
Willingness and ability to work fully from the field, traveling daily within the local DC/VA market.
Positive attitude and reliability in a fully mobile, field-based role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience as a construction inspector on municipal infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including wet utility construction.
Experience supporting project design through collection of field data and site information.
Experience providing guidance or informal supervision to junior or less experienced inspectors.
Comfort working independently with remote leadership support.
Strong communication skills for interacting with homeowners and project stakeholders.
Work Environment
This role is entirely field-based, with no requirement to report to a local office. The Construction Inspector spends full-time on-site and on the road throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area, traveling by car to multiple residential and civil construction sites each day. Leadership and broader project teams are based remotely, while this position remains locally focused within DC and Virginia and does not require travel outside the region. The work involves frequent site visits to active construction environments, including municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, wet utility work, and horizontal or civil construction. The inspector works primarily from their vehicle and at outdoor job sites, adapting to varying weather and site conditions while collaborating with contractors, subcontractors, and design teams. This environment is well-suited for individuals who prefer a dynamic, mobile role and who are comfortable working independently in the field.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.
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