Construction Inspector

Job Title: Construction InspectorJob Description

The Construction Inspector will operate 100% in the field, traveling throughout the DC and VA areas. This role involves visiting homes to meet directly with homeowners and supporting project delivery for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects. This position does not require an engineering background but rather a solid construction background. The successful candidate will report to different sites daily and will not have a local office to report to, staying within VA or DC. The main team is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and observe construction projects to ensure they are constructed in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Identify unforeseen conditions and communicate them to senior supervising construction staff.
• Maintain accurate field notes and daily reports while tracking schedule progress for projects.
• Perform basic estimating and acquire field information to aid in project design.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with design divisions, construction contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Demonstrate skills and judgment to inspect portions of projects under the supervision of senior construction staff and provide supervision to less experienced inspectors.

Essential Skills

• 1 to 3 years of inspection experience.
• Experience working on horizontal or civil construction projects.
• Skills in construction inspection, civil engineering, wet utilities, and water lines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Good attitude and willingness to work fully out of their car while traveling in the local market (DMV).

Work Environment

The work environment is on-site and on the road, full-time, with no office reporting. The leadership team is based in Chicago, Illinois, but the role is DMV-based, providing support throughout the area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

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