Public Works Inspector

Public Works Inspector Full‑time position located at 810 N Graham St, Portland, OR 97227. Work schedule Mon‑Fri 7am‑3:30pm (alternate schedule may be available). Union representation: AFSCME 189 – City Wide. Responsibilities Review engineering plans, specifications and contract documents for civil construction projects and provide recommendations during pre‑construction. Conduct ADA curb ramp inspections, including concrete, conditional and final inspections, and prepare daily reports. Inspect public works projects, ensuring contractor, personnel and public safety; verify quantities and types of materials; prepare progress reports. Inspect underground utility installations for conformity to plans. Provide final walk‑through and measurement of work performed, create payment documents and monitor material testing. Inspect permits (street opening, sidewalk and driveway, sewer connection and repair, encroachment). Respond to right‑of‑way complaints. Maintain contact with engineers, contractors, developers and public members. If assigned to sidewalk inspection, assess hazards, prepare legal affidavits using Microsoft Visio, and interact with property owners and permittees. Qualifications Experience with construction equipment and practices. Experience with construction related information (progress, dimensions, quantities, instructions). Experience reading technical documents (survey notes, drawings, plans, specifications, codes, contracts, manuals, reports). Experience applying safety practices on construction sites. Experience using math calculations for estimating construction progress. Experience establishing effective working relationships and communicating technical information to non‑technical individuals. Valid state driver’s license with acceptable record at time of hire. Preferred Qualifications ODOT Certified General Construction Inspector. Additional Information An Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Portland,-Oregon