Project Inspector

City of Olathe • Lisle, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Olathe as a Project Inspector! Are you passionate about project inspection within a municipality? Do you excel in documenting findings, providing recommendations, and collaborating with engineers and construction teams to ensure compliance with city standards? We invite you to join our team as a Project Inspector. The starting level and pay will be determined based on the required experience for each level. The Project Inspector II is a mid-level position requiring greater independence and experience in the technical inspection of streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains, and other city infrastructure within the Infrastructure Department. This job is the second level of a three-level career progression of a Project Inspector I, II, and III.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in construction inspection for civil engineering projects is required.
• Requires knowledge of construction methods, materials, municipal codes and safety regulations.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with field testing equipment and documentation software is essential.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license and favorable driving record are required.
• Possession of or ability to obtain International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certifications in Work Zone Safety, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Nuclear Density Gauge within one-year of employment is required.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate knowledge of construction materials and inspection techniques is preferred.
• College-level coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular site visits to inspect and monitor construction, ensuring compliance with contract documents, engineering plans, and local/state regulations; inspects work related to site grading, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, waterlines, street construction and a variety of other construction activities; identifies construction problems and collaborates with contactors to resolve problems.
• Ensures compliance with City of Olathe specifications, standards, and policies for both public and private development projects; manages field aspects of assigned projects, tracks progress, reviews pay estimates, and coordinates with project management staff; evaluates quality control to verify that materials and workmanship meet required standards.
• Verifies contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes and safety regulations; confirms adherence to project timelines and scope; conducts or oversees tests such as soil compaction and concrete strength; maintains accurate inspections records and reports.
• Performs required testing for streets, waterlines, and sanitary sewers, including nuclear density testing for subgrades and asphalt pavement; measures and tracks completed quantities, reviews pay estimates and provides input on change order items; prepares Project Completion Certificates, and coordinates with project management staff.
• Supports snow removal operations as needed.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including tuition reimbursement, eight weeks of paid parental leave, and an onsite health clinic offering free physical and behavioral healthcare for employees enrolled in the City’s medical plan.
• Employees can take advantage of the all-encompassing LiveWell wellness program to help them be their best selves—mentally, physically, socially, and financially.
• The City of Olathe champions continuous training and development for employees at all levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees