Construction Inspector/Engineer

Ardurra is seeking a Construction Inspector/Engineer to join our Public Works team primarily working remotely in Chelan, WA.

*This position is open to both permanent and seasonal opportunities to be paid on an hourly or salary basis.

Primary Function

Due to exciting growth, Ardurra is seeking a Construction Inspector/Engineer to join our Public Works Group.  Candidate will work remotely in Chelan, WA through the 2025 construction season during upgrades to existing water and sewer pipelines. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in water and/or wastewater projects, observing contractor construction activities, and reviewing work for compliance with drawings and specifications.  Knowledge of, and ability to interpret, technical specifications, contract requirements, engineering drawings, and standard construction details are critical requirements of the position.  

Primary Duties

• Responsibilities will include observing that the work is completed in general accordance with the drawings and specifications.
• Daily field reporting, tracking contractor's installed quantities, witnessing tests, and documenting test results.
• Serving as liaison between Ardurra, the Owner and the contractor.
• Receives direction from Civil Engineering Manager.
• Review, logging and processing of Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change order proposals, general correspondence, payment applications, and other related construction administration activities.
• Knowledge of water or sewer pipelines is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with operating smart devices and computer preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years as a construction inspector or other related experience desired.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management related coursework / certifications may be substituted for construction experience.
• Background in utilities construction/inspections, including mechanical and piping construction preferred.

Competencies 

• Accountability 
• Adaptability 
• Communication 
• Planning & Organization 
• Personal Development 

Salary Range

$25.00 to $40.00/Hour (DOE)

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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