Construction Inspector

AECOM is actively seeking a Construction Inspector in our Newark DE Office for a variety of infrastructure projects throughout the Delaware-Maryland-Pennsylvania tri-state area. Typical assignments may include water and wastewater projects erosion and sediment control inspection stormwater facilities inspection and other projects throughout the tri state area.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Perform construction inspections to ensure compliance with project plans specifications codes and quality standards
• Conduct daily field inspections of water and wastewater construction activities
• Monitor on-site construction progress workmanship and contractor activities
• Perform field observations material sampling and testing to verify compliance with contract requirements
• Monitoring conformance to quality performance specifications and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties
• Maintain accurate inspection reports daily records and project documentation
• Monitor and track quality assurance activities and construction progress
• Participate in pre-construction meetings punch list preparation testing and commissioning activities
• Identify and report deficiencies deviations or nonconforming work
• Assist the Senior Inspector with daily inspection responsibilities and other project-related duties under general supervision

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S Drivers License required to visit project sites clients and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
• Construction inspection experience on a variety of infrastructure projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• DNREC Certified Construction Reviewer certification
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision
• Ability to understand construction plans shop drawing submittals specifications and applicable codes and regulations and to identify and document deficiencies and deviations observed in the field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to prepare reports in Microsoft Word
• Detailed-oriented and ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude

Additional Information :

• Position requires frequent traveling to field locations. Locations and distances vary
• Frequent outdoor work in a variety of seasonal weather conditions
• Daily walking several miles to perform job duties. Frequently across outdoor construction environments with a variety of uneven terrains such as mud rock grass dirt and other unpaved terrains and variable outdoor conditions including heat cold dust and noise

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Relocation is not available for this position

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time