Construction Inspector

City of Buda•City of Buda Municipal Complex, TX

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About The Position

The Construction Inspector performs complex, senior-level inspection work, coordinating and conducting inspections and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and agency policies. The role works under limited supervision with considerable latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment, may supervise others, and works closely with the City Engineer. The position inspects civil and environmental improvements associated with public infrastructure and private development, including water resources, stormwater, pollution control, solid waste, mechanical and pump systems, and health and safety measures. It also coordinates the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) program, including collecting information from City Departments for reporting to TCEQ. The inspector works with contractors, residents, businesses, engineers, developers, and other stakeholders; maintains project records; prepares field reports; and serves as a construction trades resource to Engineering, Planning, and Public Works.

Requirements

At least five years of work experience in site civil or public infrastructure construction, maintenance, or operation.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid State of Texas driver's license.
Knowledge of laws, codes, standards, and regulations related to the area of responsibility; field inspection and quality control methods; basic rules of evidence; and business practices in regulated occupations and industries.
Knowledge of safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to the work.
Skill in conducting inspections, determining appropriate courses of action, using inspection instruments or tools, using applicable computer programs and databases, and maintaining records and written reports.
Ability to prepare reports, interpret laws and regulations, gather and analyze data, communicate effectively, and supervise others.
Knowledge of construction principles and ability to apply them and interpret and communicate construction-related data.
Skill in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office, and office equipment, including copy machines and communication systems.
Ability to perform basic to moderately complex mathematical operations and calculations.
Ability to write reports, expositions, and summaries using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
Ability to establish working relationships with other City employees.
Ability to obtain and maintain necessary trade certifications.
Ability to work weekends and evenings if necessary.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in construction science or a building trade, or trade school accreditation as a journeyman; education and experience may be substituted for one another.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineering Department staff to deliver City services effectively and efficiently.
Inspect civil and environmental improvements related to public infrastructure construction, maintenance, and operation, as well as water resource management, water pollution control, solid waste management, mechanical and pump systems, and health and safety measures.
Coordinate the MS4 program, including collecting information from City Departments for reporting to TCEQ.
Assess site work and street, drainage, water, and wastewater components of private development projects, including building permits, site development plans, and subdivision construction plans.
Read and interpret engineering plans, schematic drawings, layouts, specifications, and estimates as part of the inspection process.
Inspect contractor work for compliance with project plans and specifications, codes, standards, and regulations.
Recommend corrections for violations and deficiencies and conduct follow-up inspections to determine compliance.
Conduct fieldwork, measure and document site conditions, and perform material take-offs.
Receive material samples and test results and, when applicable, conduct independent material testing.
Calculate geometric, hydraulic, grade, and quantity estimates.
Maintain professional knowledge by attending seminars, reviewing trade publications, and participating in professional organizations.
Gather information from stakeholders and provide specific status data about construction-related programs, projects, and activities.
Meet with residents, business owners, contractors, engineers, developers, landowners, and interest groups about subdivision and building projects.
Assist construction trade professionals and serve as a construction trades resource to Engineering, Planning, and Public Works on assigned project tasks.
Maintain construction project records and files, and write daily reports and specialized field memoranda.
Appear at administrative hearings or testify before courts of jurisdiction when required.
Supervise the work of others when applicable and perform other related duties as assigned.