Construction Inspector I/II

Carlsbad, City of•Carlsbad, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Carlsbad is seeking a Construction Inspector I/II to join their Public Works Branch. This role involves inspecting public works construction projects to ensure quality control and compliance with approved plans and specifications. The Construction Inspector I is an entry-level position, while the Construction Inspector II handles more complex assignments with greater independence and may act as a resident inspector on major projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in inspecting transportation, ADA improvements, storm water, water and sewer facilities, and land development projects. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, GIS, and inspection management software are preferred, along with knowledge of Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) and storm water best management practices. Excellent record-keeping, documentation, report writing, and customer service skills are essential. Candidates must pass a written exam as part of the recruitment process. The city offers a 9/80 work schedule, potential tuition reimbursement, and training opportunities.

Requirements

Knowledge of maintenance and construction principles, proper construction techniques, use of materials, building, streets, and landscape trades, traffic control and safe work practices.
Basic fundamentals of civil engineering.
Proper construction techniques and use of materials.
Applicable state, federal, and local codes and regulations.
Contract administration and project management process and practice.
Procedures for estimating construction cost.
Project management techniques and strategies.
Water system operation, installation and applicable district procedures.
Construction materials and equipment including their proper application and use.
Laws, statutes, codes and ordinances governing water facility construction projects including ACI, NEC, AWWA, ASTM, federal, state, county and local regulations.
City procedures for conduct of inspections, reporting of deficiencies and notice of corrections to be made.
Ability to learn city procedures for the conduct of inspection, report of deficiencies and notice of corrections to be made.
Read and understand engineering plans and specifications.
Prepare construction cost estimates.
Read, interpret and apply contract language as needed for projects.
Assist in the development, management and inspection of projects.
Determine the status of contract work and verify adherence to contract obligations.
Make sound field decisions and interpretations.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Enforce compliance with plans, specifications, ordinances and codes.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Properly inspect workmanship and materials.
Use computer for spreadsheet, project management and word processing applications.
Two years of public works construction or maintenance work, or sub-professional engineering experience or maintenance and repair contracting and inspection experience, in the areas of construction.
Education and equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in public works engineering and/or construction.
Completion of two years of college level engineering and/or construction management courses may substitute for one year of experience in applicable area.
Two years of construction inspection experience similar to that of a Construction Inspector I at the City of Carlsbad.
Education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in public works engineering and construction.
Possession of a valid Class ‘C’ California Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain a Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI), Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC), or equivalent underlying stormwater professional certification within 3 years of start date.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction inspection of transportation, ADA improvements, storm water, water and sewer facilities, and land development projects.
Excellent skills and experience in Microsoft Excel and Word, Geographic Information System (GIS), and proprietary inspection management software.
Knowledge of Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) and storm water best management practices.
Experience with record keeping and thorough documentation of field activities and observations.
Skill with report writing including effective enforcement correspondence.
Excellent customer service skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.
Possession of a Water Distribution 2 (D2) Certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of start date.
Possession of a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner Certification (QSP) or ability to obtain within 3 years of start date.

Responsibilities

Conducts inspections of private development grading, private development improvements, public improvements, right-of-way permits and public construction projects, inspecting materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications; inspecting conditions prior to the start of construction, during construction, and upon completion.
Provides administrative oversight and field inspection services for various disciplines of work including, but not limited to; potable water, recycled water, sewer, storm drain, roadway, street lights and signals, traffic & mobility; parks.
Reviews assigned project plans, specifications, and submittments with city staff and consultants on assigned construction projects; Makes recommendations on modifications to the plans.
Where assigned, act as lead project inspector and assist in administration of contracts for construction projects; submit recommended change orders; review, prepare, and submit pay estimates.
Oversees, inspects, and ensures the safe and proper installation of potable and recycled water transmission lines, distributing mains, and services; including related structures, equipment, appurtenances, pump stations, pressure reducing stations, disinfection, testing, and hydrostatic testing.
Oversees, inspects, and ensures the safe and proper installation of taps, valves, hydrants, manholes and related appurtenances and structures.
Coordinates, monitors and inspects the disinfection/chlorination of newly constructed facilities to ensure that regulations are followed.
Oversees, inspects, and ensures the safe and proper installation of sewer mains, trunk lines, services, lift stations; including related structures, equipment, and appurtenances.
Schedules and coordinates shutdown of city and district facilities affected by repairs or connections and ensures all facets of shutdown and connections/repairs comply with District standards and specifications.
Oversees, inspects, and ensures the safe and proper installation of storm drain systems.
Inspects and determines that facilities constructed within the City are in compliance and conformance with the approved plans, specifications, rules, regulations, and performance standards.
Check rough and finish grading; installation of sewer mains and laterals; water transmission, water distribution and water services; and storm drainage lines, streets, curbs, gutters, street lighting, traffic signals, and other facilities.
Conduct inspections of abandoned wells, septic tanks and other facilities.
Perform administrative closeout of private development projects, including but not limited to: obtaining final soils, final BMP certifications reports, verifying completion of project punch lists, completing as-built process, and completing the securities release process.
Maintains and develops project documentation through daily reports; records and maintains project files; documents and records information on project drawings; reviews, files and maintains shop drawing submittals; incorporates change orders; submits and reviews monthly pay estimates; reviews contractor change orders and makes recommendations for changes.
Reads, evaluates and interprets blueprints to ensure compliance and conformance by the contractor.
Issues enforcement actions and/or “stop work notices” for non-compliance with grading, improvements and storm water compliance.
Documents progress and details of construction work with daily reports, digital photographs, field notes and all other project records.
Enforce routine on-site safety.
Schedules and facilitates preconstruction conferences and progress meetings with contractors, consulting engineers, developers, city staff, district staff and others.
Communicate, negotiate and resolve issues effectively in the field as necessary.
Respond to and resolve citizen complaints.