Construction Inspector III

City of Chesapeake (VA)•Chesapeake, VA

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About The Position

Public Works Engineering is seeking a Construction Inspector III to support the Engineering division. POSITION PURPOSE: Inspect construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, and standards. Responsible for coordinating with contractors, reviewing plans, ensuring compliance, maintaining records, and responding to inquiries. Working within a general outline of work to be performed; Develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

Requirements

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education any experience equivalent to an associate's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Must possess, or obtain within two years of employment, relevant VDOT certification for materials and construction (i.e. Asphalt Paving Certificate, Asphalt Plant Mix Design, Concrete Certificate, etc.). Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Nice To Haves

VDOT, ACI, and DEQ Certifications

Responsibilities

Reviews plans and progress of approved water, sewer, street, sidewalk, curb, gutter, and related construction projects.
Provides an advanced inspection of the construction of various types of municipal projects for specification compliance.
Evaluates pavement conditions on City streets using a variety of measuring devices.
Coordinates with construction contractors, City departments, and engineers to accomplish goals, communicate information, and make recommendations for any changes and/or improvements.
Prepares and maintains reports and records such as permits, inspection records, and/or violation reports.
Responds to inquiries and concerns from the general public or City personnel.
Participates in investigating and resolving minor engineering problems and investigating problems with construction projects.
Assists with reviewing contractor requests for payment and preparing change orders.
Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
Performs as a lead inspector on large/complex jobs with the ability to temporarily act as the Construction Inspector Supervisor in their absence.
Performs related tasks as necessary such as training and supervising subordinate staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.