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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced 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.

• Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties
• Participates in pre-construction meetings, punch list preparation, testing, and commissioning
• Relies on extensive experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Responsible for setting own project deadlines
• Provides on-the-job training to new employees
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records
• Tracks quality assurance progress
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers
• 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
• Conducts thorough inspections of wastewater treatment facilities, including pumping stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure
• Verifies compliance with environmental regulations and permits related to wastewater management
• Collaborates with project managers, engineers, and contractors to resolve construction-related issues and ensure project success
• Prepares detailed inspection reports, including photographic documentation and recommendations for corrective actions
• Stays current with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices in wastewater construction and inspection techniques

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma plus 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid US Driver’s License is required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites
• Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required

Preferred

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• 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
• DNREC Certified Construction Reviewer certification
• NASSCO PACP certification
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports in Microsoft Word
• Construction inspection experience on a variety of infrastructure projects
• Detailed-oriented and ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision

Additional Information

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

Relocation is not available for this position

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where 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. 

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