Construction Inspector; SR

Our Island, Our Future

In the Department of Planning and Permitting, Site Development Division, one (1) Construction Inspector position is available in Honolulu. The role independently inspects subdivision and infrastructure construction projects—such as streets, drainage, sewer, storm water, traffic markings, and ADA improvements—to ensure work meets approved plans, permits, City standards, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements.

• Conduct independent field inspections for permitted construction and infrastructure projects.
• Inspect grading and erosion control, issue compliance/violation notices, and track corrective actions.
• Review trenching and street restoration work, including reinspection and warranty checks.
• Inspect subdivision and frontage improvements (drainage, sewer, pavements, sidewalks, ADA, traffic markings).
• Investigate complaints and ordinance issues related to grading and trenching; refer cases to appropriate agencies.

• Perform on‑site field inspections and investigations that may include climbing ladders, descending into trenches, tanks, and manholes; crawling through pipes; carrying, sampling, measuring, and testing equipment; and walking on uneven or obstructed surfaces.
• Regular hours anticipated, but may require shift, evening, night, weekend, or holiday weekend to accommodate unusual problems or workload and construction schedules.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

$6,090 per month (SR‑19) salary includes $1,157 shortage differential.

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may substitute for education.

Two (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.

• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and survey stakes.
• Inspect materials and workmanship for compliance with approved specifications.
• Identify proper construction practices and recognize deviations from standards.
• Estimate quantities of work completed by contractors.
• Operate and understand proper use of construction equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare inspection reports.

Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trade supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

• An associate’s degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.
• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation…