Senior Water/Wastewater Facilities Inspector

About the role

Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities.

We are currently seeking a utilities inspector to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Ability to oversee and manage construction projects from inception through completion, ensuring adherence to design plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor quality, progress, and compliance with local safety and building codes, state and local specifications and project Special Provisions.
• Ability to identify and resolve engineering or construction-related issues in a timely manner.
• Review project documentation, including contracts, RFIs (Requests for Information), material submittals, and change orders.
• Implement construction best management practices and innovative solutions to optimize efficiency and reduce construction costs.
• Ensure environmental compliance for stormwater management and erosion control.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and field personnel.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and progress documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of construction engineering or inspection experience; municipal, transportation, or heavy civil projects in the Chicago area is highly desirable.

Skills

• Excellent project planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to coordinate across teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with safety regulations (OSHA, local safety codes) and environmental compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development
• A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside