Temporary Construction Inspector

City of Federal Way•Federal Way, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary status position working full time with no benefits. Funding is estimated through December 2028. Under the direction of an engineering supervisor, the Construction Inspector will inspect all phases of public and private construction and improvement projects to assure compliance with plans and specifications, applicable codes, standards, ordinances, and regulations. The role involves investigating complaints or concerns and following through with an appropriate course of action. Responsibilities include inspecting construction of storm sewers, streets, street lighting and traffic signal systems, utilities, bridges, retaining walls, and commercial and residential projects. The inspector will check for the proper use and placement of traffic control and signs at road construction and work sites, inspect grades, and coordinate the testing of construction materials. They will also inspect trenching, placing, and backfilling for utility work in the right-of-way, review traffic control and project plans and specifications, and coordinate and conduct pre-construction meetings. The position requires advising and communicating with the public, operating various equipment and vehicles, updating and maintaining inspections in the City’s computer permit tracking program, coordinating with others to facilitate projects, and preparing and maintaining records and reports using specified software. The role may involve lifting objects up to 50 pounds and requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

Graduation from high school supplemented by college-level courses related to inspection work.
5 (preferably 7) years of increasingly responsible civil engineering inspection experience.
Knowledge of City codes, Public Works Development Standards and other applicable regulations related to construction inspection.
Knowledge of construction specifications and plans including WSDOT standard specifications and King County Surface Water Design manual.
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of engineering.
Knowledge of general site/civil construction methods and practices.
Knowledge of construction site safety precautions, procedures and equipment.
Knowledge of methods, procedures and materials used in construction.
Knowledge of proper public works inspection methods.
Knowledge of basic math as applied to construction inspection.
Knowledge of technical aspects as applied to field of specialty.
Knowledge of record keeping techniques.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform construction inspections and tests.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to interpret, apply anduyên and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications.
Ability to perform required engineering computations.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to maintain and update permit tracking computer program.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Demonstrated ability to positively and effectively interact with diverse individuals to accomplish a common goal.

Nice To Haves

Preferably 7 years of increasingly responsible civil engineering inspection experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect all phases of public and private construction and improvement work to assure quality control and compliance with plans, specifications, permits, codes, standards, ordinances and regulations.
Inspect construction of storm sewers, streets, street lighting and traffic signal systems, utilities, bridges, retaining walls, commercial and residential projects.
Check for the proper use and placement of traffic control and signs at road construction and work sites.
Inspect grades and coordinate the testing of construction materials such as sand, gravel, concrete, aggregates etc.
Inspect trenching, placing and backfilling for utility work performed in the right-of-way.
Review traffic control and project plans and specifications for completeness and accuracy.
Coordinate and conduct pre-construction meetings.
Advise and communicate with the public as necessary to investigate complaints or concerns, determine and follow through with appropriate course of action.
Operate a variety of equipment such as land survey equipment, mechanical testing equipment, metal detectors, pressure gauges and two-way radios; operate vehicles such as automobiles and pick-up trucks.
Update and maintain inspections in the City’s computer permit tracking program.
Coordinate with others to facilitate construction and installation projects and to adjust project plans as necessary.
Prepare and maintain various records and reports using “Headlight” or “”Procore”.
Perform related duties as assigned.