Construction Inspector / Field Technician

Job Title: Construction Inspector / Civil Field Technician

Essential Skills

• 3+ years in construction inspection/observation or as a Civil Engineering Technician.
• Experience with reviewing construction plans and documentation for infrastructure construction projects.
• Previous field experience in construction engineering or civil engineering projects.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited college.
• Direct experience as a Construction Inspector/Observer, Construction Engineer, or Civil Engineering Technician (or a related position).
• Experience with projects for wastewater treatment or water systems.

Job Description

The Construction Inspector / Civil Field Technician, also known as the Construction Services Specialist, is responsible for overseeing and reviewing the construction process for various projects. This role involves ensuring that projects are completed according to engineering plans and specifications. The projects will include work with municipalities and public utilities such as wastewater treatment plants, stormwater systems, drinking water treatment plants, pump stations, and roadway utilities. The primary focus will be on underground infrastructure for water supply, water treatment, wellfield, and water systems.

Responsibilities

• Document construction activities and conduct construction inspections from the project site.
• Collect, maintain, and organize construction documentation.
• Review engineering and construction documents for projects.
• Conduct onsite reviews of construction project sites to ensure compliance with engineering plans and specifications.
• Collaborate and maintain client relationships on the project site.
• Communicate effectively with contractors and subcontractors.
• Verify design plan accuracy at project sites.
• Propose improvements or recommend alterations during construction as necessary.
• Consult with contractors and engineers regarding construction activities, reports, and engineering designs.
• Review changes in construction and material specifications as projects develop.
• Provide assistance and expertise on construction projects in relation to reports, inspections, tests, and other engineering records.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $33.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.