Principal Engineering Construction Inspector - Jefferson County (Roads & Transportation)

JobsQuest•Merit System, KY

17h•$57,075 - $88,524

About The Position

Jefferson County’s Roads & Transportation department is hiring a Principal Engineering Construction Inspector to examine and review plans for construction and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, specifications, and professional standards. The role oversees inspections of public infrastructure projects, including drainage structures, roads, bridges, subdivisions, utilities, sewers, and wastewater treatment facilities. It also oversees contractors’ work by reviewing inspection reports, approving payments, and ensuring materials meet required quality and quantity specifications. The position plans and reviews the work of employees applying engineering practices and principles to public works assignments. The work takes place both in an office and during regular visits to construction worksites and government facilities. Field conditions may include extreme temperatures, roadway traffic, and active construction hazards. The role involves moderate physical exertion, including occasional prolonged lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and may require lifting objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Experience inspecting construction work on civil or public works projects, such as roads, bridges, sewers, or utilities, to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
Experience calculating construction-project data such as quantities, areas, volumes, and grades using algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and other advanced mathematical calculations.
Supervisory work experience that includes assigning and reviewing work, guiding and directing staff, and training.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing daily construction reports, including quantity calculations, material testing results, and summaries of construction activities.
Experience using project management software such as APPIA, Oracle, or Procore.

Responsibilities

Communicate project status and utility information to project engineers, contractors, attorneys, and the general public, orally and/or electronically.
Oversee and participate in inspections of construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure, applying civil engineering practices and applicable engineering codes, standards, and regulations.
Monitor contractors’ progress on public infrastructure projects, approve contractor payments, and ensure materials are used or removed in the required quality and quantities.
Examine and review project plans, attend pre-construction meetings, examine utilities at construction sites, and read maps and drawings to prepare for inspections.
Pursue professional development and maintain awareness of relevant practices, developments, rules, laws, policies, and guidelines.
Supervise staff by assigning and distributing work, directing duties, monitoring progress, and providing feedback and training.