Construction Inspector II

City of Asheville•Asheville, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to inspect in-house or contracted projects for an assigned department or division to ensure compliance with construction plans, applicable local, state, and federal ordinances, and contract specifications. This is the second level in the Construction Inspector series, distinguished by increasing degrees of scope, independence, responsibility, and decision-making. The role involves conducting inspections and project oversight for a broad range of construction and maintenance projects, coordinating and overseeing contractors, managing pre-construction and post-construction activities, investigating citizen complaints, and performing related administrative duties. The position also requires operating various equipment and tools and communicating effectively with various stakeholders.

Requirements

Associate degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a related field required
Two years of experience in construction inspection and contract compliance
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Nice To Haves

Depending on area of assignment, may be required to possess and maintain the following additional certifications or licensures: American Public Works Association Construction Inspector, Notary Public, American Concrete Institute Field Concrete Testing, Best Management Practice Inspector, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Certification, or other certifications and licensures.

Responsibilities

Conducts inspections and project oversight for a broad range of construction and maintenance projects for an assigned functional area, which may include water and wastewater infrastructure, land development, roads, drainage, equipment installation, and other structures and installations.
Coordinates and oversees contractors and City staff engaged in construction and maintenance projects on behalf of the City: conducts meetings; schedules and coordinates inspections and meetings with City departments and other state and federal agencies; anticipates, prioritizes, and times inspections to minimize interference with project progress; provides guidance in unique construction situations; and negotiates and resolves discrepancies.
Coordinates pre-construction activities and meetings: performs initial site assessments; evaluates constructability; ensures rights-of-way, easements, and permits are secured; researches utility locations, staging, and other conditions; anticipates constraints and technical challenges likely to impact projects; and notifies homeowners, business owners, transit authorities, public safety departments, and others of upcoming road and lane closures.
Inspects construction and maintenance projects for compliance with approved plans, contract specifications, safety, and quality of materials and workmanship: visits project sites; assesses site conditions; takes photographs; takes samples as needed for testing; verifies that material quantities match contracts and invoicing; makes field adjustments, as necessary; and prepares, updates, and submits project progress reports to appropriate staff.
Investigates and responds to citizen complaints: explains projects, policies, and procedures; identifies and assesses problems; determines appropriate remedies; and issues stop work orders or schedules work as needed.
Coordinates post-construction activities and meetings: conducts post-construction walk thru at site; prepares as-built plans; conducts warranty inspections to ensure ongoing compliance with specifications; and reports failures, issues, and problems to contractor for remediation.
Performs related administrative duties: updates project schedules and monitors progress of project in meeting established schedule; processes pay applications; reviews project progress reports submitted by contractors; and prepares and maintains inspection reports, budget reports, and related documentation for audit purposes.
Operates and maintains a variety of equipment and tools to complete essential functions, such as vehicle, nuclear and non-nuclear density gauges, GPS, smart level, thermometer, measuring devices, gas monitor, etc.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, contractors, the public, outside agencies and organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, pay applications, tax forms, easements, change orders, timesheets, testing reports, daily reports, progress reports, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.