Senior Construction Inspector; Public Works

The Senior Construction Inspector is an advanced journey-level position responsible for coordinating and overseeing technical field and office engineering activities associated with the inspection of public works construction projects. This position organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned staff; performs complex and specialized construction inspection duties; and provides technical support to assigned supervisor or manager.

This is an opportunity to take a leadership role in delivering high-quality public infrastructure while applying advanced construction inspection expertise. The Senior Construction Inspector plays an important role in ensuring that public works projects meet established standards, contract requirements, and the needs of the communities they serve.

• Extensive knowledge of construction inspection principles, practices, methods, materials, and terminology.
• Strong ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills when addressing complex field conditions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to provide clear technical direction and effectively coordinate the work of others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism and diplomacy when working with contractors, consultants, staff, and the public.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accurate documentation and quality construction.
• Ability to work independently while keeping supervisors informed of significant project issues.

The Engineering Division ensures City owned facilities such as streets, storm drain systems, water distribution networks, sewer collection facilities and improvements are constructed where needed and improvements meet the appropriate standards. Staff assures CIP and development projects meet all City requirements, manage traffic related projects such as signal modifications, striping and sign improvements, process and issue encroachment permits for encroachments within the public property, site grading, parking permits, wide loads permits and maintains all necessary records.

The City of Pittsburg is a culturally rich and diverse community of over 76,000 residents and expected to grow to 90,000 in the next 20 years. Pittsburg is located in the Bay Area Region of Northern California and is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Sacramento, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Lake Tahoe. Pittsburg City Hall is also conveniently located a short walk from the Pittsburg Center Station of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System (BART), making a commute from cities throughout the Bay Area very easy.

Pittsburg has waterfront homes, a performing arts theater, a variety of seasonal events, an extensive park system, a large public‑school system, and a variety of shopping centers. The recently renovated Marina is also an ideal place to visit and is located within steps of the Old Town shopping district and downtown living, with nearly 600 boat slips, a free public boat launch, fuel dock, café, bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club.

Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a quality community environment, Pittsburg is an ideal city in which to live, work and recreate.

A competitive benefits package for regular employees include CALPERS retirement, medical/dental/vision…