Construction Inspector

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision from the Supervisor of Schoolhouse Planning, the Construction Inspector performs duties in inspecting school construction to ensure compliance with codes and specifications.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related areas of Architecture/Engineering.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in Construction Management, Project Management or related areas of Architecture/Engineering.
Working knowledge of commercial building design, construction methods, project estimating, budgeting, scheduling and building codes.
Ability to understand and interpret construction drawings and specifications including structural, mechanical, electrical and telecommunications systems.
Experience with project design, on site construction observations, inspections and record keeping.
Demonstrates knowledge and use of mobile devices, personal computers, Microsoft Office software and facility management software.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information and records.
Demonstrated ability to organize and handle multiple projects with attention to detail and prioritization.
Experience in supervising and scheduling the work of others.
Excellent communications skills both written and oral.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Ability to meet the Districts insurability requirements.
Skills pertinent to positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with staff members in multicultural urban setting.

Responsibilities

Coordination and monitoring District performed remodeling, modifications and general construction work, along with remodeling and new construction designed by architectural and engineering professionals.
Submit requests to the District’s Facility Work Request System for coordination and support between District Departments.
Enter time, materials and comments along with other project related information into the District’s Facility Work Request System.
Participate in reviewing facility needs, establishing project objectives, preparing cost estimates, performing constructability reviews and developing bidding documents.
Perform reviews of Project documents to ensure designs are meeting the District’s design and construction guidelines and standards.
Conduct project field inspections, review of shop drawings, review and approval of invoices and change order documents.
Perform regular reviews of work being performed to ensure safe environments are provided for staff & students.
Work with other District departments to coordinate completion of projects.
Ability to maintain detailed work documentation, work independently and maintain flexibility to adjust to multiple projects and changing priorities.
Confers with and assists administration and/or project teams within to assure department initiatives are achieved.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.