Construction Inspector II​/III

Section I:
Brief Summary of the Job

Under the supervision of the City Engineer, the Construction Inspector is a non‑exempt position under FLSA. The Construction Inspector oversees grading operations; conducts construction inspections of sidewalks, streets, curbs, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, and other public infrastructure to ensure compliance with city ordinances, construction plans and specifications; participates in the review of engineering construction plans; acts as a liaison between contractors, city staff, and citizens;

assists with emergency operations, including snow removal operations, as required. The Construction Inspector must have the ability to multi‑task and perform job functions with evolving priorities as well as establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.

• Coordinates with the City Engineer to review project plans and contract documents ensuring conformance with city specifications, standards, and policies
• Attends pre‑construction conference meetings to discuss proper construction methods and materials testing requirements for each project
• Reviews shop drawing submittals for construction materials and verifies accuracy of "as‑built" plans
• Inspects and monitors items related to site grading, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains, street construction, and other routine construction activities, ensuring conformance with city specifications, standards, and policies
• Observes necessary testing for streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, and water mains, including subgrade, concrete and asphalt tests
• Performs curb, sidewalk, and driveway inspections on residential and commercial properties prior to certificate of occupancy
• Actively manages assigned projects from a field perspective
• Measures and tracks completed quantities, reviews pay estimate submittals, provides input on change order items, and prepares project closeout documents
• Maintains records of work performed, such as inspections and complaints
• Performs enforcement actions as necessary which may include rejection of non‑compliant material and/or construction methods as well as enforcement of the right‑of‑way ordinance
• Reviews all change order and payment requests from contractors
• Reads and understands field notes, engineering sketches, construction drawings, and technical specifications
• Communicates verbally and in writing with citizens, contractors, consultants, employees, and other departments
• Performs routine clerical work including the maintenance of appropriate records and preparation of letters, construction notices, and construction documents
• Handles stressful situations in a professional manner
• Assists with emergency operations, including snow removal operations, as required
• Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• College level coursework in engineering, construction management, or related field desired
• Professional construction-related certifications preferred
• Valid driver's license required; commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred

Minimum 5 years (Construction Inspector II) and minimum 7 years (Construction Inspector III) of increasingly responsible inspection experience on civil engineering related projects required

• Working knowledge of KDOT project requirements preferred
• Experience in all types of municipal construction procedures preferred

Possess basic math skills. Ability to read and understand technical specifications, laws, and codes as they relate to capital improvement projects. Knowledge of modern public works practices, materials, methods, and safety hazards, as well as contract administration procedures and material testing and sampling procedures. Skill in computer applications such as word processing, accounting spreadsheets, scheduling, etc. used in construction and construction management.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness with the public, employees, and…