Floodplain Project Inspector

About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $63,679 - $85,000/year, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date Location & Schedule In this position, your primary office assignment will be at the Denver Wastewater Management (WMD) building, located at 2000 W. 3rd Ave., Denver, CO 80223. You should anticipate conducting field inspections up to five days per week, weather permitting. A City vehicle will be provided for use on official City business. Who We Are & What You’ll Do The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure. DOTI also provides regulatory oversight services for both public and private development projects. For more information, please visit the DOTI website. DOTI’s Commitment to Equity: DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development. DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results. DOTI is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Floodplain Project Inspector to join our Floodplain Management team. This role is central to ensuring that construction in the regulatory floodplain—including site development, public infrastructure and flood management systems are constructed safely, sustainably, and in accordance with Denver’s engineering and environmental standards. As a Floodplain Project Inspector, you will provide detailed inspection, project documentation, and technical support for private development, public infrastructure, and external agency projects constructed in the regulatory floodplain in Denver. Specifically, as the Floodplain Project Inspector, you will: Project & Customer Service Excellence - Set up and maintain the project inspection folder prior to conducting pre-construction meeting and throughout construction. Communicate construction deficiencies to the contractor and convey constructability concerns to floodplain management team following permit approval. Pursue escalating enforcement processes on non-compliance issues, as needed. Prioritize and manage a portfolio of active floodplain projects and update construction progress status, as needed based on project complexity. Ensure project compliance with approved documents and discuss potential regulatory conflicts so they can be resolved to avoid re-work. Build strong relationships with contractors, developers, inspectors, and internal partners to deliver exceptional customer service. Lead coordination with Mile High Flood District (MHFD) and Denver construction teams for infrastructure construction inspection on an as needed basis. Maintain thorough project documentation and reporting in conformance with City requirements. Floodplain Compliance - Perform expert-level floodplain field inspections and floodplain management program compliance support. Verify construction activities in regulated floodplains, conduct field meetings, and support timely permit close-out. Inspect building and infrastructure construction within the regulatory floodplain is being completed in compliance with the approved documents from design approval through completion and certification. Review and prepare redline review comments for Elevation and/or Floodproofing Certificates. Confirm projects were constructed and certified per the approved documents prior to building occupancy. Wastewater & Stormwater Field Inspection Services - Perform field inspections of sanitary sewer, storm drainage, detention, and water quality infrastructure. Ensure compliance with Denver Wastewater Standard Specifications, Details, and Storm Drainage Design Criteria and coordinate potential conflicts. Reduce rework and delays by proactively supporting construction teams in achieving full compliance. UAS (Drone) Program - Serve as an operator in DOTI’s drone inspection program. Maintain FAA Part 107 certification and ensure safe, compliant UAS flight operations. Capture aerial imagery to support inspection workflows. Help standardize drone operations and integration across internal teams for day-to-day and city-wide emergency operations. Team Leadership & Innovation - Mentor and support junior inspectors; provide cross-training in areas of inspection expertise. Lead initiatives to enhance permitting, inspection, and closure processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Support DOTI-wide efforts to standardize Accela Mobile App usage. Safety & Field Readiness - Maintain minimum safe driving scores. Complete and potentially lead assigned safety trainings. Pilot new safety technologies or innovation efforts. Obtain and maintain BNSF railroad and RTD safety training certifications as required. Promote and model a safe workplace culture. What You’ll Bring Our ideal candidate is a reliable, adaptable team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills. They are organized, proactive, and eager to learn, with the ability to make thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced environment. They take pride in their work, value accountability, and consistently contribute to positive customer experiences while supporting team and performance goals. In addition, the ideal candidate will have some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Advanced knowledge of flood control and drainageway construction, inspection, and standards. Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction, inspection, closeout processes, and standards. Experience with floodplain compliance inspections, Elevation and Floodproofing Certificates, and FEMA/NFIP compliance. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) credential. Experience inspecting sanitary and stormwater systems, including water quality and detention systems. Strong communication, documentation, collaboration, and customer service skills. Ability to solve problems independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound field decisions. FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification (or ability to obtain shortly after hire). Familiarity with Accela or other mobile permit/inspection platforms and use of mobile devices for field inspection and record keeping. Commitment to continuous improvement, field safety, and innovation. Ability to independently manage workload, track project progress, and collaborate effectively with colleagues to communicate project status. Experience with constructability reviews, including coordination with project managers and plan review team for modifications. Required Minimum Qualifications Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field of study. Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of experience inspecting construction projects for adherence to project plans and specifications, or construction project management involving the oversight and inspection of construction materials, methods, and equipment. Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Application Deadline This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, July 26, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than July 26th, at 11:59 PM to ensure consideration. About Everything Else Job Profile CE0426 Project Inspector To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $63,679.00 - $105,070.00 Target Pay $63,679 - $85,000/year, based on experience and education Agency Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere Never miss Denver Jobs—sign up for job alerts now!