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Construction Inspector; SCA - Military Services Group
Job in
Fort Polk South, Vernon Parish, Louisiana, USA
Listed on 2026-01-01
Listing for:
American Water
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Construction Inspector (SCA) - Military Services Group
Posting
Start Date:
12/22/25
Coordinates, inspects and assists with the construction of new water treatment plant and distribution as well as wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection system components in accordance with approved construction and engineering specifications, policies and practices of the Company. Utilizes expertise in construction field management, quality assurance, quality control, and report documentation. Serves as primary field contact between the Construction Manager and General Contractors for water and wastewater utilities.
KeyAccountabilities
- Performs field inspections of the construction and maintenance of water distribution system and sewer collection facilities. Inspects and approves construction and installation of earthwork, concrete, piping, painting, mechanical and electrical facilities, and instrumentation related to water and wastewater facilities or large infrastructure projects. Interprets, implements, and enforces contract documents and specifications. Communicates deficiencies to proper persons.
- Utilizes testing procedures, inspection protocols, construction inspection techniques and performs QA/QC functions. Recognizes possible conflicts with other underground facilities and utilities.
- Works with contractors to schedule utility outages in accordance with contract terms and customer requirements. Coordinates and approves contractor’s activities.
- Participates in construction meetings and provides information on schedule compliance, change orders, coordination. Coordinates between Construction Manager and engineering personnel and outside construction firms to maintain standards. Interacts and coordinates with customers and the public regarding construction activities.
- Reviews contractor’s safety program and enforces compliance with safety regulations. Performs all functions in a safe and conscientious manner, following the Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies, wearing and working in proper personal protective equipment.
- Compiles information and prepares construction reports and reviews as-built drawings as required. Assists in obtaining, preparing and maintaining reports, permits, maps, charts or records related to the construction.
- Performs other related functions as assigned or as they become apparent or as management assigns.
- Experience with construction inspections of water and wastewater facilities or large infrastructure projects.
- Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
- Skill in reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents; applying material testing procedures.
- Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems.
- Mathematical proficiency and ability to interpret engineering scales and perform basic calculations.
- Effective communication of complex technical information, orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods for water and wastewater facilities.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to construction, inspection and safety.
- Broad knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems and their construction, maintenance, testing and disinfection.
- Working knowledge of engineering drawings, cut sheets and stake outs.
- High School Diploma or GED with at least five (5) years’ experience in water/wastewater distribution and construction of water distribution systems.
- Inspection experience in water and wastewater industry (minimum five years).
- Preferred:
Industry related certifications, training, technical associate’s degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field. - Valid motor vehicle operator’s license with acceptable driving record.
- 20% office, 80% field.
- Regularly works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, exposed to extreme heat/cold, wet/humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles. Noise level usually loud.
- Requires passing a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation.
- 5% travel.
- Champions safety
- Customer obsessed
- Cultivates innovation
- Nimble learning
- Drives results
- Collaborates
Not Applicable
Employment TypeFull-time
Job FunctionManagement and Manufacturing
IndustriesUtilities
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