Construction Inspector

Job Information

Requisition : 48013

Work Location: Public Utilities - Municipal Center

Pay Range: G.18, $40,518.40 - $62,795.20

Starting Salary: Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

The City of Virginia Beach is looking to hire a Construction Inspector within the Public Utilities Department. As a Construction Inspector you will review engineering plans/specifications, perform inspection duties and quality assurance tests associated with construction, rehabilitation, and repair of complex water and sanitary sewer facilities in order to ensure compliance with City and State standards and to ensure use of proper methods and materials for construction.

Construction Inspector I - G18, $39,328.30 - $60,958.87

Construction Inspector II - G22 $ 47,803.80 - $74,095.89

• On-site inspections for construction of utility systems including sanitary sewer/potable water pump stations, structures, pipes, and appurtenances.
• Inspections associated site erosion and sediment control, and Stormwater management measures.
• Conduct quality assurance tests, verify material quantities, process construction invoices, maintain electronic records records, and prepare electronic reports which document results of tests and the work performed.
• Identify potential construction problems and recommend solutions.
• Prepare change orders/formal notifications.
• Coordinate construction activities between multiple agencies; and make written and verbal communications with contractors, other City or State agencies, and the public.
• Conduct inspections which may require pulling, lifting, or carrying equipment; opening and closing access covers for underground structures; standing, walking, bending, crawling, and/or climbing over uneven or unfinished surfaces including above ground and below ground structures with limited accessibility and carrying out assigned work in all weather conditions.

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

The City offers a generous benefits package to include health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans. Other key benefits include:

• Sick Leave
• Annual Leave
• Paid maternity/paternity and parental leave
• Leave donation program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development

Construction Inspector I Minimums – Requires High School, or GED, plus two (2) years of progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have a current and valid drivers license. Special Requirements:
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Construction Inspector II Minimums – High School or GED, plus five (5) years progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities or any equivalent combination of progressive experience and technical training which provides the necessary knowledge and experience. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements:
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

• DMV Transcript:
  Required
• CDL:
  Not Required
• DOT History:
  Not Required
• CPS Check:
  Not Required
• Physical:
  Not Required
• Respirator:
  Not Required
• Polygraph Review:
  Not Required
• Psychological Screening:
  Not Required
• Attachments
  
  Required:
  
  None

• Experience with heavy construction
• Experience with water and sewer construction
• Experience with water and sewer construction contract administration
• Experience with Construction Plans and Specifications
• Experience with project documentation and providing reports
• Experience with Microsoft software
• Experience with Communication Coordination with outside agencies
• Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) inspector certifications in Asphalt Field Level I & Level II, Soils & Aggregate Compaction
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