Construction Inspector

Introduction

RETTEW is seeking a Construction Inspector to support construction phase services across facilities and infrastructure projects specifically municipal utility projects such as water and sewer lines pumping stations and wastewater facilities. Working under the guidance of construction managers this role focuses on construction observation documentation and verification to help ensure work is completed in accordance with approved plans and specifications.

About RETTEW

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm providing multidisciplinary services across transportation facilities and construction environmental and geotechnology energy and land development. We are committed to technical excellence strong client relationships and developing our employees through hands-on project experience.

Work Environment

Field

Location: Lancaster or Mechanicsburg PA

Project Locations: Assigned construction sites throughout Pennsylvania and surrounding regions

Position Summary

The Construction Inspector supports construction activities by observing work in progress documenting daily field activities and assisting with verification that materials and procedures comply with contract documents. This role is foundational to RETTEWs Construction Services team and provides exposure to a wide range of construction types including utilities buildings and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day

Observe construction work to verify compliance with plans specifications permits and applicable codes

Measure distances and quantities to confirm accuracy of utility installations layouts and construction progress

Maintain detailed daily logs of construction activities progress staffing equipment and weather conditions

Record quantities of materials delivered and used during specified periods

Reviewing workmanship of completed installations for conformance to standards

Interpret plans and specifications for contractors under guidance and communicate observed deviations

Prepare sketches or field notes documenting construction changes and report them to the project team

Support construction meetings site walks and coordination with project managers and contractors

Qualifications

Required

Bachelors degree in related field with 4 years of construction experience

Associates degree in a construction-related field with 6 years of construction experience or

High school diploma with a minimum of 8 years of construction-related experience

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills including use of required project software

Valid drivers license and ability to travel to project sites

Preferred

Experience in construction inspection field observation and construction administration

Experience with civil structural architectural or utility construction

Familiarity with public sector or consultant-led construction projects

Professional certifications such as NICETICC or CESSWI

What We Offer

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and role level

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and retirement plans

Paid time off and paid holidays

Training mentorship and career growth within Construction Services

A collaborative employee-owned culture built on accountability and quality

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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