Construction Inspector - Wastewater
Full Time • New York
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
Construction Inspector – NYC DEP Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility Improvements (Staten Island & Queens)
SRE Engineering, D.P.C. is hiring a Construction Inspector to support capital improvements at two NYC DEP Wastewater Resource Recovery Facilities, one located in Staten Island and one in the Rockaways. The work covers sludge handling and dock/marine-adjacent infrastructure improvements at operating WRRF sites.
Responsibilities
- Daily field inspection of contractor work, including concrete, steel, mechanical, piping, and waterfront/dock-related construction
- Maintain detailed daily reports, photo logs, and quantity records in accordance with NYC DEP procedures
- Monitor compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
- Coordinate with Resident Engineer, plant operations staff, and contractor field supervision
- Track materials deliveries, verify certifications, and document non-conforming work
- Support testing, commissioning, and startup activities
- Enforce site safety requirements in coordination with the EHS Officer
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of construction inspection experience on public infrastructure projects
- Prior experience on NYC DEP, DDC, or comparable wastewater, water, or heavy civil work
- Working knowledge of NYC DEP standards, specifications, and reporting procedures
- OSHA 30 (current)
- Proficiency with daily reporting software (e-Builder preferred) and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience at an operating WRRF, pump station, or sludge handling facility
- Familiarity with sludge processing equipment, piping systems, and dock or marine-adjacent construction
- HAZWOPER 40-hour
- Mechanical, electrical, or coatings inspection certifications (NACE/AMPP, ICC, NICET)
- Experience working on active plant sites alongside operations personnel
Location Field assignment at NYC DEP WRRF sites in Staten Island and the Rockaways. Candidates should be willing to work at either or both locations as the project requires.
Compensation: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour
About us
Building with purpose, crafting with excellence
With a strong foundation built on experience, integrity, and innovation, we take pride in delivering high-quality construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
Mission
Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision
We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.
Mission
Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision
We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.
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