Senior Public Works Inspector - Materials Testing Lab - Temporary

Job Appointment: Full-Time, Regular. Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Work Location: 1405 N River St, Portland, OR 97227 Bargaining Unit: AFSCME 189 – City Wide Benefits: Please refer to the benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position. Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Senior Public Works Inspector (Bureau of Environmental Services, Materials Testing Lab, Engineering Services Group) The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking a Senior Public Works Inspector to perform on‑site inspections during construction, ensuring structural components comply with contract plans and specifications for public works projects such as water or wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, reservoirs, and other structures. Responsibilities: Inspect materials, installation, fabrication, erection, or placement of components and connections to ensure compliance with approved construction documents and standards. Attend project preparation, design reviews, and pre‐construction conferences. Review engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents for complex public works projects. Maintain working relationships and coordinate with project stakeholders. Work independently on multiple construction projects under general supervision of a supervising engineer. Collaborate with other public works inspectors, construction managers, technicians, and design staff. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (IBC with Oregon amendments), ASTM, ACI, and AWS standards and practices used in construction and inspection of structural steel, reinforced concrete, structural masonry, and steel welding. Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex construction plans, specifications, detail maps, codes, and applicable laws, including Portland standard specifications. Knowledge of laboratory testing standards for evaluating construction materials and methods. Skill to communicate effectively with a diverse workgroup, both verbally and in writing, and to prepare clear, concise, accurate technical reports. Skill in operating a computer and utilizing job‑related software. Additional Requirements: A valid State driver’s license. International Code Council (ICC) Certified Special Inspector in at least one of the following areas at the time of hire: Reinforced concrete (prior requirement of ACI 1 laboratory certification). Structural steel and bolting. Structural masonry. Structural steel welding. Ability to obtain a special inspection license for Proprietary anchors, Spray‑applied fireproofing, and Structural Wood. Desired Qualification: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Equal Employment Opportunity: The City of Portland is an equal opportunity employer and follows the Oregon Equal Pay Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Portlan