Senior Public Works Inspector

City of Oakley • Oakley, CA

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Public Works Director, the Senior Public Works Inspector leads, trains, oversees, and participates in complex construction inspection work for public works, infrastructure, capital improvement, and private development projects involving City infrastructure. The position ensures that workmanship, materials, and construction activities conform to applicable laws, codes, ordinances, plans, specifications, contract provisions, departmental regulations, and safe work practices while maintaining public safety.

The role plans and assigns inspection work, provides technical assistance and direction to staff, coordinates with engineers, contractors, consultants, utilities, developers, testing technicians, laboratories, and public agencies, and communicates project status and requirements. It documents field activity and project progress, helps resolve issues and complaints, and inspects City infrastructure and facilities for construction quality and hazards. Work is varied and complex and requires considerable discretion and independent judgment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Five years of increasing-responsibility public works infrastructure inspection experience equivalent to a Public Works Inspector.
• Valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
• Knowledge of public works inspection and construction methods and materials; construction contract administration; engineering design, specifications, and cost estimates; materials sampling and testing; mathematics; technical writing; recordkeeping; applicable laws, codes, regulations, and industry standards; safety requirements; and customer service practices.
• Ability to review and interpret construction plans, specifications, estimates, requests for information, and change orders.
• Ability to organize and direct assigned staff and coordinate work with contractors, engineers, and property owners.
• Ability to inspect projects for compliance, identify defective materials or workmanship, and determine appropriate remedies.
• Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints; perform mathematical computations; maintain accurate records and tracking systems; and prepare clear technical reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively, exercise independent judgment, meet deadlines, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ability to use computers, relevant software, and modern business and communication equipment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of office and field work, including frequent walking on varied or slippery surfaces, climbing and descending ladders, operating a motor vehicle, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects averaging 40 pounds or heavier with proper equipment or assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Municipal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and functional direction to less experienced construction inspection staff; train staff in work methods, tools and equipment, and safety precautions; and review work quality.
• Participate in routine, complex, and specialized construction inspection work.
• Plan, schedule, prioritize, and assign inspection work in consultation with engineering staff and managers, and communicate inspection status.
• Inspect and monitor public works, infrastructure, capital improvement, and private development projects, including streets, parks, sidewalks, drainage, lighting, landscaping, facilities, and underground improvements.
• Review construction materials, methods, and procedures for compliance with plans, specifications, contracts, codes, standards, and safe work practices; identify materials and perform field tests as needed.
• Maintain daily field and inspection notes, including material quantities, work completed, and safety or job-site issues.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings and prepare documentation for progress payments, change orders, claims, and other project records.
• Meet and communicate with City staff, contractors, developers, estimators, surveyors, and engineers before, during, and after projects, including project closeout.
• Coordinate with utility companies, public agencies, contractors, engineers, and developers regarding construction standards, project quotes, plans, specifications, and codes; explain requirements and evaluate alternatives.
• Consult with engineering staff about construction problems and possible changes.
• Coordinate with testing technicians and laboratories to sample and assess construction materials.
• Inspect sidewalks, curbs, gutters, curb ramps, and asphalt roads for hazards; measure and record displacements and submit locations for repair.
• Act as a liaison among the City, contractors, agencies, businesses, and affected residents; communicate with parties, respond to or refer complaints, and prepare work orders as needed.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, correction notices, procedures, and other written materials.
• Observe and comply with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED