Construction Inspector I

City of Mesa•Mesa, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector I performs quality assurance inspections on civil engineering and public works projects completed by the City, private developers, and utility companies to ensure compliance with applicable City and industry standards. Projects may include City buildings, plants, utilities, streets, other infrastructure, and non-City utilities permitted in public rights of way or utility easements. The inspector coordinates construction activities with contractors and the project team, working with the Construction Supervisor and Project Manager, and attends meetings to provide status updates, identify problem areas, and recommend resolutions. Additional work includes monitoring quality control testing and coordinating quality assurance testing for placed materials such as concrete, asphalt, and underground utility embedment or backfill; updating record drawings as needed; investigating customer complaints; and maintaining contract document files. Depending on workload, the position may be assigned to horizontal projects, vertical projects, or non-City utility right-of-way inspections. The inspector is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment to provide quality assurance services in an assigned geographical area, use appropriate safety equipment, and follow approved safety procedures. Supervision is provided by a Construction Supervisor or Right of Way Manager through on-site spot checks, meetings, and reports concerning project status, problems, and results. Evening, weekend, and overtime work may be required. This is an FLSA nonexempt classification.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED.
Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to three years of experience in construction trades, construction management, construction inspections, civil engineering inspections, building inspections, materials testing, and/or paraprofessional engineering.
Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by the hire or promotion date.
Must pass required background investigations before commencing employment to allow full, unescorted access to Police facilities when required by assignment.
Subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug, and/or controlled substance testing.
Must uphold and exhibit the City of Mesa's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience involving inspection and final acceptance of contract work.
Experience in contract administration.
Experience working with non-City utilities.
Certification in a nationally recognized construction administration, construction quality assurance, or public works certification program.

Responsibilities

Inspect civil engineering and public works construction projects for compliance with applicable City and industry standards and contract documents.
Coordinate construction activities with contractors and the project team in collaboration with the Construction Supervisor and Project Manager.
Attend meetings to provide status updates, identify problem areas, and recommend resolutions.
Monitor quality control testing and coordinate quality assurance testing of placed materials, including concrete, asphalt, and underground utility embedment or backfill.
Update record drawings as needed, investigate customer complaints, and maintain contract document files.
For horizontal projects, inspect paving, water lines, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and traffic signalization for compliance with contract documents and applicable details.
For non-City utility right-of-way assignments, coordinate daily utility activities with outside agencies and City departments; meet with utilities to determine facility routes and locations; coordinate joint trench opportunities; and inspect overhead communications facilities for compliance with NESC and City requirements.
For vertical projects, inspect buildings, parks, water/wastewater plants, and appurtenances for compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, and zoning requirements.
Exercise initiative and independent judgment to maximize quality assurance inspection services in the assigned geographical area.
Use appropriate safety equipment and follow approved safety procedures.
Perform related duties as required.