Construction Inspector III

Construction Inspector III

Join Our Team as a Construction Inspector III. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real impact while working alongside a passionate group of professionals, this is the opportunity for you!

Duties to include:

• Perform inspections and make minor field engineering decisions
• Process records and financial data associated with the construction, repair, or renovation of highway and drainage facilities, or water and sewer utility systems, to ensure compliance with city and state standards and contractual documents.
• Ensure the use of proper methods and materials
• Knowledge of construction methods for highways, including curbs and gutters, sidewalks, pavement, drainage systems, including structures, pipelines, and appurtenances.
• Approve payment requests and verify work performed
• Review and recommend time extension requests
• Determine needs, assist in negotiation, and prepare drafts for formal notifications, work orders, and change orders.
• Review construction documents for proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.
• Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on current workloads and department needs.

The ideal candidate would have:

• Certifications for DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector, Storm Water Management Inspector, and VDOT Materials Certification Program for asphalt, concrete, pavement marking, and soils & aggregate compaction.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Must have a VA or NC Driver's License

This position is ALPHA 1 and may be required to work during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, snow, etc.)

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High School or GED plus eight (8) years progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, or any equivalent combination of progressive experience and technical training which provides the necessary knowledge and experience. Must have a current and valid driver's license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.