Engineering Inspector

JobsQuest • Vestavia Hills, AL

6d • $40,934 - $73,798 • Onsite

About The Position

Engineering Inspectors working within the Merit System are responsible for inspecting construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure to ensure projects are completed according to job specifications and engineering plans. They monitor the progress of contractor’s work on projects, and ensures the appropriate quality and quantity of materials are used or removed according to specifications. Individuals in this job class work closely with crew leaders and contractors to ensure that engineering standards are followed throughout the entirety of construction and maintenance projects. Engineering Inspectors may also inspect existing infrastructure (e.g., sewers, bridges, roadways, sidewalks) to determine necessary repairs and maintenance. Work is performed under the direction of a supervisor and is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Driver's license.
• Work experience participating in civil engineering construction activities (e.g., surveying, bridge/road/sewer construction).
• Driver's license.
• Work experience as a Drafter, Detailer, or CAD operator (e.g., working at architectural or engineering firm).
• Driver's license.
• Successful completion of college coursework in advanced math (e.g., Geometry, Trigonometry, or Calculus).

Nice To Haves

• Work experience conducting inspections for public infrastructure projects (e.g., roads, bridges, and/or sewer systems).
• Work experience reading/interpreting construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with a variety of individuals orally and/or electronically by providing appropriate information to project engineers, contractors, attorneys, and the general public in order to inform them on the status of construction projects and utility issues.
• Inspects construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure by inspecting drainage structures, sanitary sewers, water reclamation facilities, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and utilities using accepted civil engineering practices, national, state, and local engineering codes, standards, or regulations to ensure that projects are completed according to job specifications.
• Oversees contractors’ work on public infrastructure projects (e.g., subdivisions, sewer lines, bridges, roads) by monitoring the progress of work, approving payment to contractors and ensuring the appropriate quality and quantity of materials (e.g., steel, concrete, asphalt, soil) are used or removed in order to ensure projects are completed according to specifications.
• Examines and reviews plans of assigned projects by attending pre-construction meetings, examining utilities at construction sites, and reading maps and drawings in order to prepare for on-site inspections during construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer lines).
• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.

Benefits

• Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed