Construction Inspector II - ROW/Utility Cut

City of Asheville•Asheville, NC

About The Position

The City of Asheville is hiring a Construction Inspector II in its Public Works department. This is the second level in the Construction Inspector series and is distinguished by greater scope, independence, responsibility, and decision-making than lower levels, as well as an associate degree and two years of construction inspection experience. The role inspects in-house and contracted projects to ensure compliance with construction plans, applicable local, state, and federal ordinances, and contract specifications. The position oversees construction and maintenance projects across areas that may include water and wastewater infrastructure, land development, roads, drainage, equipment installation, and other structures and installations. It coordinates contractors, City staff, departments, agencies, and the public throughout pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities. The role also handles project documentation, schedules, progress monitoring, pay applications, citizen concerns, and inspection equipment and records. A qualifying candidate must have an associate degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field and two years of experience in construction inspection and contract compliance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A valid North Carolina driver’s license is required. Depending on assignment, additional certifications or licensures may be required. Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before the start date.

Requirements

Associate degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field, supplemented by two years of experience in construction inspection and contract compliance; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license, which must be maintained.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
Ability to review, classify, prioritize, and analyze data and apply judgment in relation to established standards.
Ability to work with and influence others to coordinate project activities and resolve typical work-related problems.
Ability to operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials used in the job.
Ability to use reference, descriptive, and advisory information; perform basic arithmetic and calculations involving decimals and percentages; and potentially calculate fractions, ratios, surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions and exercise independent judgment in adapting methods and standards.
Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity when evaluating information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

Nice To Haves

Depending on assignment, American Public Works Association Construction Inspector certification.
Depending on assignment, Notary Public credential.
Depending on assignment, American Concrete Institute Field Concrete Testing certification.
Depending on assignment, Best Management Practice Inspector certification.
Depending on assignment, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) certification.
Depending on assignment, other relevant certifications or licensures.

Responsibilities

Inspect and oversee construction and maintenance projects, including projects involving water and wastewater infrastructure, land development, roads, drainage, equipment installation, and other structures and installations.
Coordinate and oversee contractors and City staff on City construction and maintenance projects; conduct meetings; coordinate inspections with City departments and state and federal agencies; and help resolve discrepancies and unusual construction situations.
Coordinate pre-construction activities, including site assessments, constructability evaluations, securing rights-of-way, easements, and permits, researching utility locations and site conditions, anticipating constraints, and notifying affected parties of road and lane closures.
Inspect projects for compliance with approved plans, contract specifications, safety requirements, and material and workmanship standards; document site conditions; take photographs and samples as needed; verify quantities; make field adjustments; and submit progress reports.
Investigate and respond to citizen complaints by explaining projects and procedures, assessing problems, determining remedies, and issuing stop-work orders or scheduling work as needed.
Coordinate post-construction activities, conduct site walkthroughs and warranty inspections, prepare as-built plans, and report failures or other issues to contractors for remediation.
Update project schedules and monitor progress; process pay applications; review contractor progress reports; and prepare and maintain inspection, budget, and other audit-related documentation.
Operate and maintain equipment and tools used for inspection, including vehicles, density gauges, GPS, smart levels, thermometers, measuring devices, and gas monitors.
Communicate with supervisors, City employees, contractors, the public, outside agencies, and other parties to coordinate work, review status, exchange information, and resolve problems.
Process and maintain project and department documentation, including forms, reports, correspondence, pay applications, tax forms, easements, change orders, timesheets, testing reports, and daily and progress reports.
Use a personal computer and office software and equipment to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data and complete essential functions.
Perform other related duties as required.