Senior Construction Inspector (Athens, GA)

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Our People & Places Solutions business reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

We are looking for a Senior Construction Inspector to join our team in Atlanta, GA serving southeast water clients, and in particular our work in and around Athens/Clarke County . The candidate will work on various infrastructure projects and support municipal and other clients and report to a Construction Manager.

The Senior Construction Inspector will serve as the primary liaison between contractors, engineers, and municipal stakeholders, ensuring that all work adheres to design specifications, regulatory standards, project cost, and timelines. This role requires extensive field experience, technical expertise, and leadership in managing complex infrastructure projects. The candidate is responsible for ensuring compliance with the contract plans and specifications and requires the ability to prepare and distribute all project documentation and records for review by the Construction Manager. This position spans many disciplines of work and levels of complexity. The candidate will serve as the Design Engineer’s and Client’s liaison with Contractor. Working with the Contractor’s authorized representative or designee, the Inspector will assist the project team by undertaking onsite inspections providing information regarding and issues relating to quality of workmanship.

This position requires commitment to support the Construction Manager in coordinating and undertaking inspections and assistance in compiling information needed to analyze issues based on actual field conditions and contract requirements. Strong Communication and detailed documentation skills are paramount, as well as the ability to participate within a collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring construction activities and ensuring that the materials and work performed by the contractor is in conformance with the contract plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Conduct detailed inspections of structural, mechanical, electrical, and process components.
• Verify installation of piping systems, pumps, tanks, valves, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Maintaining detailed records of daily operations and ensuring that the inspectors are documenting daily reports, photos, quantities, and equipment information as per the contract documents.
• Provide dimensional checks and coordinate survey checks if needed.
• Check and approve quantities for monthly pay estimates.
• Compare the contractor’s construction methods and products against approved submittals.
• Verifying adherence to the approved contract QA/QC plan.
• Prepare necessary construction observation records and reports as a means of formal documentation including daily inspection reports, photo-logs, field test results, force account reports, and tracking of contractors’ field progress against the construction schedule.
• Maintain/organize project records including daily field reports, photographs, testing and observation reports, status reports, punch-lists, shop drawing submittals, Operations & Maintenance manuals, testing records, and other project record documents; prepares and disseminates records as requested.
• Review construction documents including plans and specifications, approved submittals, RFIs, and design clarifications; inspects and monitors construction work performed by contractors; ensures contractual compliance with plans, specifications, approved submittals, RFIs, and Design Clarifications, applicable codes, and safety requirements; and ensures materials being incorporated into the project are installed using approved construction practices.
• Comply with Jacobs and established site safety programs and receives safety training specifically related to personal and site safety; help ensure all team members safe work practices; interact with the Contractor’s authorized representative regarding any concerns with compliance of site-specific safety procedures and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate as-built (record) contract drawings and specifications; verifies contractor as-built drawings are current and correct. Assists Construction Manager with field variances, RFIs and design clarifications.
• Prepare daily construction reports to create a permanent record, identifies work activities, daily production, weather and field conditions, daily manpower, onsite equipment, material deliveries, visitors, and related items. Ensures the construction contractor complies with daily reporting requirements.
• Identify and convey potential problems to the Construction Manager including out-of-scope work, areas of non-compliance, differing site conditions, and work interferences.
• Assist Construction Manager and technical engineer(s) in obtaining field information as requested.
• Review installed quantities and stored materials, and percent complete status monthly on contractor turnaround document to ensure accurate progress reporting by contractor and ultimately accurate schedule updates and pay applications.
• When applicable, ensure Erosion and Sediment Control Inspections occur and reports are distributed to the appropriate parties as well as placed in the record database.
• Review material test reports and communicate any deficiencies to the Construction Manager.
• Observe equipment and system start-up and testing. Attend training sessions for operators and maintenance staff for newly installed equipment systems as required.
• Prepare lists of incomplete work and work with the Construction Manager/Contractor to resolve.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors and field staff.

Here's what you'll need

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field with 10 years of experience or a minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in construction inspection, with a focus on water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale infrastructure construction projects.
• Prior experience in the construction of water and wastewater facility and/or pipeline projects.

Certifications (Preferred but not required)

• NICET Level III or IV in Construction or Water/Wastewater.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Control Certification.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and codes.
• Proficiency in inspection software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Working Conditions

• Field-based role with frequent travel to construction sites across the Atlanta metro area.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and construction.
• May require occasional evening or weekend work depending on project needs.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

90,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

120,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $120,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 30, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Locations

City State Country
Atlanta	Georgia	United States