Senior Construction Inspector

Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; a four 10-hour day schedule may be available.

NATURE OF WORK

The Senior Construction Inspector works under general direction and is responsible for administering CIP maintenance contracts, inspecting public and private construction projects, performing utility locates, managing citywide right-of-way and traffic control permits, and conducting related inspections. Responsible for the Engineering Department projects, serving as a liaison to utility companies, explaining and enforcing City policies, procedures, and specifications; and performing other technical work, including the documentation of engineering plans, drafting, and production of charts, maps and drawings. Provides project management and engineering support services for the City’s capital maintenance projects. Employees will coordinate the completion of maintenance projects to ensure conformance with City standards and specifications, and work within City rights-of-way.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Employee possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all the essential duties of the job safely and satisfactorily, including, but not limited to municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values. Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails. To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy. Responsible for contract administration, management, oversight, organization, development, and data collection of engineering contracts specifically related to the City Capital Improvement maintenance programs. Estimates quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility. Monitors construction project progress and ensures conformance to design, specifications, standards, and safety on project/construction sites. Awareness of OSHA trenching and shoring safety, and confined space entry requirements. Assists in the review of proposed Development Plans for general conformance with overall City Master Plans and specific conformance with City Engineering Standards and Details. Conducts utility locates, research City and County records for existing ownerships, deeds, easements and right-of-way easements and utility locations. Conducts construction inspections of capital improvement projects, private development projects, capital maintenance projects, and traffic control setups. Conducts construction plan reviews and assists with the upkeep of the City’s standards and specifications. Conducts initial and final acceptance walkthroughs of all public and private infrastructure projects. Tracking developer performance bonds, developer contributions, and asset acceptance post two-year warranty acceptance. Provides surveying, construction, right-of-way easements and technical advice regarding design and construction. Analyzes pavement management data and computes results and maps to assist with decision making for various maintenance projects. Working knowledge of PAVER or similar pavement management software relating to pavement lifecycle management is beneficial to this responsibility. Demonstrates an understanding of traffic zones and M.U.T.C.D. standards to review all traffic control plans and ensure that submitted plans are adequate for the safety of the public. Conducts review of all Right of Way Permits, all access permits, and all site plan submittals. Performs field reviews of constructed buildings to ensure appropriate drainage and conformance with lot grading practices as requisite for the issuance of residential Certificates of Occupancy. Assists with review of final grading permits. Performs traffic study data collection and creation of traffic study data reports. Assists with engineering surveying. Conducts NPDES MS4 storm water inspections. Maintains MS4 filing system. Reviews and assists with approval of MS4 permit applications. Maintains inspection, utility and project files and logs. Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of construction project administration, inspection, and engineering. Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction of streets and utilities, such as water, sewer, irrigation, and storm sewer projects. Knowledge of utility locating equipment. Knowledge of engineering principles, drafting techniques, and drafting procedures. Knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra. Knowledge of roadway and utilities construction standards and specifications. Knowledge of surveying methods and equipment including GPS. Knowledge of trench shoring and safety and confined space entry. Knowledge of MUTCD, EPA, and NPDES standards and requirements. Skill in reading and interpretation of engineering plans, construction drawings, maps, and blueprints. Skill in the use of AutoCAD and civil engineering drafting standards. Skill in the use of ESRI, MT Exec, PAVER, Web TMS, Caselle, Community Core, Bidnet, and GIS software. As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE

Required: Associate degree in a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. 5 years of work experience in civil engineering, construction, or other closely related fields. Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire. May be required to work overtime depending on the city’s needs. Must be comfortable working and or driving in inclement weather conditions. Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience in public/municipal sector. American Concrete Institute certifications. MS4 compliance & enforcement certification.

PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to exercise mental visual concentration, listen, talk, stand, reach, twist, and demonstrate manual dexterity. The employee is required to focus attention on tasks without losing concentration or becoming distracted by surrounding activities and interruptions. The employee is also required to kneel, squat, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 80 pounds on an occasional basis. The employee may need to climb ladders, work in Confined Spaces, use power equipment/tools that produce vibration and noise, and work in Work Zones with moderate to heavy traffic. The employee may need to work in all outside weather conditions near moving equipment in areas with elevated noise levels and where chemicals may be utilized. Work is performed in both office and field settings. Our Mission To deliver sustainable, citizen driven services for the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Our Values This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of an employee and subject to change at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card). #J-18808-Ljbffr Evans CO