Water​/Wastewater Construction Inspector II

Bowman has an opportunity for a Water/Wastewater Construction Inspector II in Naples, FL.

• Perform work under moderate supervision. Receive direction on moderately complex assignments, tasks, and execution. Work is frequently reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.

• Oversee or participate in the examination and analysis of construction materials.
• Initiate and/or accept minor deviations from contract standards and specifications.

• Lead, oversee and participate in inspecting work quality and material used in a variety of projects.
• Verify the work of contractors for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Review and approve monthly pay applications.
• Review proposed change orders to contracts for scope of work and appropriate pricing; evaluate and make recommendations on proposed changes; participate in negotiating and preparing change orders.
• Observe work during progress and upon completion for conformance to plans and specifications; initiate and/or accept minor deviations to standards and specifications.
• Perform preliminary and final inspections; determine acceptability of construction; sign off on project completion and oversee construction project closeout activities.
• Review construction plans for constructability.
• Meet with design professionals or contractors to interpret design intent and modifications to plans and specifications; provide technical guidance and interpretation; ensure compliance with state and industry standards, procedures and regulations.
• Prepare inspection reports as required. Maintain files and reports regarding inspection and plan check activities and findings.
• Coordinate contractor’s construction schedule to ensure proper and prompt material testing.
• Ensure contractor has installed and maintains proper traffic control throughout the job site.
• Make recommendations to management regarding construction and constructability related issues.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive tasks.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

• High school diploma or GED, commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Three or more (3+) years of experience in construction field in civil improvement projects.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods as applicable to municipal settings.
• Working knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to construction, inspection, safety, and traffic control.
• Knowledge of public works inspection methods.
• Skill in reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans and specifications, and contract documents; skill in applying material testing procedures. Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems.
• Ability to perform required mathematical computations.
• Work knowledge of math, surveying, construction plans, materials testing and construction materials and techniques as it applies to the work environment.

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the‑area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other…