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The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Construction Inspector to our Orlando team.
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.
Position Summary:
The Construction Inspector serves as the Owner's Representative on utility and infrastructure construction projects, ensuring quality workmanship, regulatory compliance, and adherence to design intent. This role plays a vital part in supporting Tetra Tech's mission to deliver sustainable, high-quality infrastructure by providing accurate field oversight, maintaining thorough documentation, and promoting collaboration between contractors, clients, and design teams. The Construction Inspector contributes directly to project success by ensuring that underground utility, water, and wastewater construction is executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with plans and specifications.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Support the Engineer as an on-site representative, monitoring construction progress and quality for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Coordinate with Tetra Tech construction managers, contractors, and client representatives to support successful project delivery.
• Attend progress meetings and assist with documenting key discussions, decisions, and action items.
• Prepare daily reports documenting construction activities, equipment installation, and site conditions.
• Track and maintain project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, equipment deliveries, and correspondence.
• Review and monitor submittals related to process equipment, mechanical systems, and materials.
• Perform routine field inspections to verify construction aligns with plans, specifications, and approved submittals.
• Observe installation of treatment systems, including pumps, piping, valves, and chemical feed systems.
• Assist in observing testing activities such as pressure testing, equipment startup, and functional testing, and report findings to the Engineer.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and support resolution with the project team.
• Assist in reviewing contractor pay applications by verifying installed quantities and progress in the field.
• Support preparation of progress reports for internal and client meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in engineering technology or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of construction inspection or RPR experience, preferably on water or wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Exposure to treatment systems such as pumping systems, piping, valves, filtration, or chemical feed systems.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment installation within treatment facilities.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and submittal review processes.
• Exposure to equipment testing, startup, or commissioning activities is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document field conditions clearly and accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and project teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with construction scheduling concepts is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently traverses uneven or rough terrain on active construction sites and positions self to operate survey or inspection equipment.
• Occasionally ascends or descends ladders, steps, or scaffolding to access trenches, tanks, or elevated structures during inspections.
• Frequently remains in a stationary position while reviewing plans, completing documentation, or using a computer or tablet.
• Regularly moves about construction areas and operates standard field equipment in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and cold.
• May be exposed to outdoor elements, hazardous materials, heavy construction equipment, confined spaces, and air or waterborne contaminants while performing inspections.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, or moves items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This position may require irregular or extended work hours, including evenings or weekends, depending on project schedules and seasonal workloads.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
• Work is primarily performed outdoors on active construction sites and may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, rain, and variable weather conditions common to Florida.
• The position frequently requires working near heavy construction equipment, moving vehicles, and active utility installations.
• Employees may be exposed to dust, fumes, noise, vibrations, and chemical odors associated with construction environments.
• Periodic work may occur in confined spaces, trenches, or elevated areas, requiring the use of appropriate safety gear and procedures.
• Office or field trailer work may be required for documentation, communication, and coordination activities.
• The noise level in the work environment can vary from moderate to loud depending on site conditions.
• This position may require travel to multiple project locations within the region and occasional extended hours to meet project demands.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• 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.
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