Engineering Construction Inspector

City of East Moline•East Moline, IL

About The Position

Engineering Construction Inspector Engineering Department J ob Description Reports to: Director of Engineering Classification: Full Time, Exempt Salary: $70,923 - $98,411 Grade: 5 General Description: Performs quality assurance inspections on all phases of construction of Public Works projects to ensure compliance with plans, standards, specifications, codes, permits and ordinances. Serves as field resource for both City staff and contractors. Assists with inspection and oversight of the City's illicit discharge detection and elimination program and storm water management plan. Work under the direction of, and report directly to, the Construction Manager; perform related duties as assigned. Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Primary Responsibilities: Construction Oversight & Inspection : Conduct daily inspection of public infrastructure construction including streets, sidewalks, ADA ramps, driveways, water distribution, sewer collection, stormwater drainage as directed. Verify work conforms to approved plans, specifications, permits, and applicable city, state, and federal requirements. Inspect and approve/reject construction materials, methods, and completed phases of work. Perform field measurements, check grades and elevations, verify alignments, and confirm contractor quantities. Conduct and/or coordinate testing including concrete air content, slump tests, preparation of concrete cylinders, soils compaction verification, and documentation of results. Document all daily construction activities through detailed logs, measurements, photographs, testing results, and quantity tracking. Assist Construction Manager with coordinating project schedules, conducting meetings, tracking quantities, negotiating change orders, preparing pay applications, and compiling documents as required by the scope and funding source for each project. Serve as Resident Engineer (R.E.) as required for state or federally-funded projects by conducting the necessary on-site construction observation, and off-site documentation. Inspect construction activities occurring within public right-of-way for Utility Accommodation Permits including utilities, encroachments, driveway openings, pavement cuts, and restoration. Assist Stormwater Manager with conducting inspections related to the City's Stormwater Management Plan and Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program. Conduct or assist with construction site erosion and sediment control inspections, stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) reviews, and other field activities necessary to maintain compliance with the City's NPDES Phase II MS4 permit requirements. Ensure construction activities comply with applicable work zone safety standards, including the Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (ILMUTCD), and coordinate with contractors regarding traffic control and flagging as necessary. Take immediate steps to correct hazards or problems and notify responsible individuals and/or agencies of hazards and problems. Maintain appropriate IDOT certifications necessary as required for construction supervision of public improvements funded with Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), state funds, federal funds, special grants Provide regular construction updates and information to the public; respond promptly and professionally to property owner questions and concerns. Perform limited field surveying work for projects with the city's GPS Survey unit, generally "off season" as dictated by design and construction schedule. General: Utilize computer software for digital record-keeping and submittals of plans, construction reports, quantities, costs, and other documentation as required. Operate the city's GIS database and related software applications as required. Assist with oversight of flood protection facilities including levees, pump station and gate operation. Assist the Director of Engineering in performing and/or coordinating initial investigations, surveying, information gathering, and cost estimating for public works projects as directed. Assist the Director of Engineering in responding to various resident questions or concerns. Provide timely, accurate responses to requests for services and information. Offer services to other departments and perform duties as required and assigned. Operate city-owned vehicles.

Requirements

Valid Illinois driver's license or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited two-year or four-year college or technical program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or a closely related field
Minimum four (4) years of civil construction inspection or similar public works construction experience.
Ability to obtain required IDOT documentation certifications within one (1) year of hire
Civil construction and maintenance methods, materials and equipment.
Design, construction and inspection of public infrastructure projects and private site development.
Civil engineering principles and practices as they relate to streets maintenance programs.
IDOT Certifications required for Motor Fuel Tax project and Federally-funded projects.
Methods and techniques for research, analysis and report presentation to effectively communicate technical issues to staff, elected officials, and the public.
Standard methods, practices and techniques of site development and public works construction.
IDOT Standard Specifications for Road & Bridge Construction in Illinois
IEPA Standard Specifications for Water & Sewer Main Construction in Illinois
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) as they relate to public infrastructure projects.
Basic principles of erosion and sediment control, stormwater pollution prevention, and work zone traffic control, including familiarity with relevant IDOT and ASTM standards.
Review, interpret and communicate complex plans, specifications and engineering drawings to both technical and non-technical people for purpose, intent and completeness.
Interpret and administrate city codes, project specifications and construction contracts fairly with firmness, tact and impartiality.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and implement recommendations in support of organizational goals; Exercise sound judgment to determine compliance with existing regulations.
Effectively communicate both written and orally; maintain records and logs; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Review and offer QA/QC of plans and specifications on public and private construction projects including but not limited to streets, subdivisions, sites, storm sewers & drainage features, water mains, sanitary sewers, and related public infrastructure.
Utilize computers, software, and other modern technology required for job duties including Microsoft Windows and MS Office Suite, ArcMap (GIS) software, Adobe Acrobat, and AutoCAD.
Exercise independence and initiative in determining and performing necessary job duties.
Utilize organizational skills and deductive reasoning to make schedules, coordinate work and meet deadlines and budget constraints.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, city elected officials, government officials, business owners, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Use of field data collection tools or platforms (such as GPS units, tablets, or mobile applications) for documenting quantities, test results, photographs, and inspection reports is desirable.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily inspection of public infrastructure construction including streets, sidewalks, ADA ramps, driveways, water distribution, sewer collection, stormwater drainage as directed.
Verify work conforms to approved plans, specifications, permits, and applicable city, state, and federal requirements.
Inspect and approve/reject construction materials, methods, and completed phases of work.
Perform field measurements, check grades and elevations, verify alignments, and confirm contractor quantities.
Conduct and/or coordinate testing including concrete air content, slump tests, preparation of concrete cylinders, soils compaction verification, and documentation of results.
Document all daily construction activities through detailed logs, measurements, photographs, testing results, and quantity tracking.
Assist Construction Manager with coordinating project schedules, conducting meetings, tracking quantities, negotiating change orders, preparing pay applications, and compiling documents as required by the scope and funding source for each project.
Serve as Resident Engineer (R.E.) as required for state or federally-funded projects by conducting the necessary on-site construction observation, and off-site documentation.
Inspect construction activities occurring within public right-of-way for Utility Accommodation Permits including utilities, encroachments, driveway openings, pavement cuts, and restoration.
Assist Stormwater Manager with conducting inspections related to the City's Stormwater Management Plan and Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program.
Conduct or assist with construction site erosion and sediment control inspections, stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) reviews, and other field activities necessary to maintain compliance with the City's NPDES Phase II MS4 permit requirements.
Ensure construction activities comply with applicable work zone safety standards, including the Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (ILMUTCD), and coordinate with contractors regarding traffic control and flagging as necessary.
Take immediate steps to correct hazards or problems and notify responsible individuals and/or agencies of hazards and problems.
Maintain appropriate IDOT certifications necessary as required for construction supervision of public improvements funded with Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), state funds, federal funds, special grants
Provide regular construction updates and information to the public; respond promptly and professionally to property owner questions and concerns.
Perform limited field surveying work for projects with the city's GPS Survey unit, generally "off season" as dictated by design and construction schedule.
Utilize computer software for digital record-keeping and submittals of plans, construction reports, quantities, costs, and other documentation as required.
Operate the city's GIS database and related software applications as required.
Assist with oversight of flood protection facilities including levees, pump station and gate operation.
Assist the Director of Engineering in performing and/or coordinating initial investigations, surveying, information gathering, and cost estimating for public works projects as directed.
Assist the Director of Engineering in responding to various resident questions or concerns.
Provide timely, accurate responses to requests for services and information.
Offer services to other departments and perform duties as required and assigned.
Operate city-owned vehicles.