Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector – DeKalb County Government

Salary: $48,381 - $77,894

To conduct inspections and project oversight for construction projects to ensure adherence to applicable codes, regulations, contracts, design specifications, and quality standards.

• Conduct inspections and project oversight for diverse construction projects, including water and wastewater infrastructure, land development, roads, drainage, equipment installation, and other structures.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors; conduct weekly contractor meetings; schedule and coordinate inspections and meetings with County departments and other state and federal agencies; anticipate and prioritize inspections to minimize interference with project progress.
• Coordinate pre‑construction activities; perform initial site assessments; secure right‑of‑ways; research utility locations, staging, and other conditions using GIS, plats, property records, CCTV reports, and other sources.
• Inspect construction materials and workmanship for quality and contract compliance; visit sites; assess conditions; take samples for testing; verify quantities; use tools and test equipment.
• Inspect for adherence to safety protocols, project schedules, documentation requirements, and applicable codes.
• Review contracts, change orders, drawings, engineering reports, specifications, and progress reports to evaluate compliance.
• Approve pay applications, material orders, and as‑built drawings.
• Maintain records and prepare reports and documentation, including inspection reports and cost estimates.
• Investigate citizen complaints; explain projects and procedures; identify problems; determine remedies; issue work orders.
• Perform emergency response work; implement preparation and restoration strategies for inclement weather or emergencies; assess hazards; prioritize and initiate work orders.
• Collaborate with superintendents, crews, utility companies, EPA, GDOT, Corps of Engineers, and other agencies to coordinate work.

Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; three years of experience in construction inspection, construction project management, civil engineering, or public works construction, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Select positions require Water Distribution Operator or Wastewater Systems Operator Licenses, Class A CDL, or Georgia Soil and Erosion Level 1B certification.