WR Construction Inspector

City of High Point • High Point, NC

25d • $26 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of High Point is hiring a Construction Inspector in its Water Resources Department. The position performs technical inspections of public infrastructure, private development, and capital improvement projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, permits, engineering standards, contracts, and applicable regulations. The inspector serves as the City’s field representative, promoting quality workmanship, regulatory compliance, public safety, and effective communication throughout construction.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and five years of experience in construction inspection, public infrastructure construction, civil construction, utility construction, engineering support, contract administration, or a closely related field; alternatively, an associate degree or higher in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or a closely related field and three years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, inspection techniques, and quality assurance practices related to water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure.
• Knowledge of engineering plans, specifications, standard details, construction contracts, and contract administration practices.
• Knowledge of applicable construction codes, safety regulations, environmental requirements, erosion and sediment control practices, and City standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering plans, technical specifications, construction standards, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to inspect construction activities, identify deficiencies, evaluate compliance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving measurements, quantities, grades, elevations, construction estimates, and pay quantities.
• Ability to prepare accurate inspection reports, project documentation, correspondence, and technical records.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively verbally and in writing with contractors, engineers, developers, consultants, City staff, regulatory agencies, property owners, and the public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve practical field problems, make decisions within established policies and procedures, and consistently enforce applicable standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships while representing the City professionally.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, inspection software, GPS equipment, testing devices, cameras, measuring equipment, and other construction-inspection technologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically; hear conversations and audible signals in office and construction environments; maintain visual acuity for documents and devices; distinguish close and distant details; and judge distances, depth, spatial relationships, grades, and elevations.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and traverse uneven or obstructed terrain; access active construction sites and utility easements; operate City vehicles; and frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely access sites that may involve steep slopes, ladders, confined work areas, uneven surfaces, varying elevations, and restricted access, and to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Must undergo applicable pre-employment drug screening and background screening; some positions may also require fingerprinting and a criminal history record check or a pre-placement physical exam.

Nice To Haves

• Experience inspecting or constructing water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure.
• American Public Works Association (APWA) Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII).
• North Carolina Grade I Wastewater Collection Certification.
• North Carolina Grade C Water Distribution Certification.
• Experience administering construction contracts and reviewing contractor pay requests.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, treatment facilities, and related utility improvements.
• Support emergency-response infrastructure repairs as assigned, including emergency or after-hours construction and utility repairs.
• Inspect construction projects throughout all phases to verify compliance with plans, specifications, permits, City standards, and applicable regulations.
• Review construction materials, equipment, and workmanship for quality and contract compliance.
• Interpret engineering plans, technical specifications, standard details, contracts, codes, and regulations.
• Inspect utility installations, street cuts, and public infrastructure improvements as assigned.
• Identify and document deficiencies, communicate corrective actions, and verify that corrective work is complete.
• Perform field measurements, calculations, quantity verification, and documentation for project administration and contract management.
• Perform or coordinate field testing, material sampling, laboratory testing, and quality assurance/quality control activities.
• Review contractor pay requests, contract quantities, change orders, field modifications, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain inspection reports, daily logs, testing records, permits, photographs, electronic project documentation, and other technical records.
• Document field changes and as-built conditions for engineering and permanent records.
• Conduct follow-up inspections and assist with project closeout, final acceptance, and completion documentation.
• Coordinate construction activities with contractors, developers, engineers, consultants, utility representatives, regulatory agencies, property owners, and City staff.
• Attend project progress, contractor scheduling, utility coordination, public, and other meetings related to assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, City safety policies, erosion and sediment control requirements, environmental regulations, and construction standards, as applicable.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension after vesting following five years of service.
• 401K and 457B retirement plans.
• Paid time off earned within the first year.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition reimbursement plan.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective on day one.

What This Job Offers

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