Utilities Construction Inspector

City of Charlotte

6d•$32 - $35

About The Position

The Utilities Construction Inspector inspects and monitors contractors performing water and sewer construction projects, including new water and sanitary sewer mains and the replacement, repair, and rehabilitation of existing mains. The position ensures work complies with plans, specifications, contracts, Charlotte Water standards, and applicable state and local ordinances. It interprets construction plans, identifies defective work and directs corrections, oversees required testing, and completes project documentation. The role is primarily field-based with occasional office work. The inspector serves as the contractor and public-facing liaison, conducts final and warranty inspections, verifies quantities and materials for monthly pay requests, and supports related budgets as needed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Three years of relevant construction experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Must obtain and maintain a City Driver’s Permit.
Knowledge of technical writing.
Knowledge of water distribution and sewer collection systems.
Skill with Microsoft Office products, such as Excel and Word.
Ability to use project scheduling software.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans.
Basic to intermediate math skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Engineering or a related field.
Certifications in traffic safety, contractor safety, confined space, erosion control, and trenching and excavation are desired.

Responsibilities

Inspect construction in the field, with occasional office work as needed.
Monitor construction for compliance with plans, specifications, and CLTWater standards.
Prepare accurate as-built drawings and sketches.
Serve as the contractor’s point of contact; interpret plans, specifications, standard details, and the current CLTWater Design Manual; and document contractor activities.
Identify and reject defective work or substandard materials, communicate deficiencies, and direct corrective action.
Direct and witness required construction testing.
Complete project paperwork, including pre-construction photos, flyers and door hangers, daily reports, erosion control forms and reports, and testing forms and reports.
Serve as field liaison with customers and the public, respond to inquiries and complaints, and work to resolve conflicts.
Conduct final inspections, prepare punch lists, ensure deficiencies are corrected, assist with record drawings, and conduct warranty inspections.
Operate a surveying level, check elevations and grades, and measure quantities and materials in the field to verify contractor monthly pay requests.
Ensure state and local ordinance requirements for installation and materials are met.
Provide support for related budgets as needed.
Perform other related job duties as assigned.