Construction Inspector Wastewater, 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.