Project Inspector

Overview

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love! The Planning and Development Department is actively seeking a Project Inspector.

As a City of Jacksonville employee you will also receive twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day. In addition, along with mandatory health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. Employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on‑time payments.

This position involves technical work inspecting contracted services and various types of construction projects—including buildings, roadway and drainage, and grounds maintenance—to ensure compliance with City of Jacksonville Standards and contract specifications. The role requires knowledge of contract administration and the techniques, methods, practices, and procedures used in the construction of various types of projects. The work is performed field‑based, with some risks and hazards that are known, predictable, and controllable.

The employee operates gauges, levels, radios, calculators, computers, and a motor vehicle.

• Inspects contracted services work and various types of construction projects for adherence to contract specifications and/or City of Jacksonville Standards.
• Maintains a daily log of all jobs inspected.
• Verifies materials used by contractors for compliance with proper specifications.
• Reports and recommends removal of defective work and requires proper re‑installation.
• Investigates and resolves complaints concerning contracted services and construction projects.
• Measures quantities and estimates percentage of completed work, reviews invoices, and certifies payment.
• Attends pre‑construction meetings and reviews bid specifications.
• Coordinates the location and relocation of utility lines as needed.
• Operates a computer to establish and maintain records.
• Estimates costs for equipment, materials and services.
• Assists in planning and organizing the work of contractors performing landscape maintenance in public areas.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of the City of Jacksonville Standards applicable to road and drainage projects.
• Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures of contract administration.
• Knowledge of various surveying techniques, instruments, equipment, and tools.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures used in weed control.
• Ability to inspect contracted services work and various types of construction projects to adhere to specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications and various construction plans including landscape and irrigation plans.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations including geometry and basic algebra.
• Ability to investigate and resolve C.A.R.E. issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a computer and digital camera.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

• A four (4) year combination of education and/or experience in construction inspection, engineering support work or construction in a supervisory capacity.

• Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification is preferred.
• A valid Driver’s License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Must qualify for and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.

• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority.