Senior Construction Inspector

Salary Range 6,452.00 - 8,248.00 Job Summary As one of the fastest growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is building a city of the future through innovation, sustainable development, excellent leadership and effectively working with an engaged community. Our growth is guided by our core values of livability, sustainability and resiliency, innovation, and equity and inclusion, and we accomplish our work through collaboration, innovation, compassion and empowerment.

If who we are speaks to you, and if youre the type of person who is interested in joining a team whose work impacts ensuring the safety of the Vancouver community then the City of Vancouver may be for you.

Were currently recruiting for three (3) Senior Construction Inspectors. The primary responsibilities for the job are to perform a variety of complex technical civil engineering construction inspection work for City-funded capital projects as well as development projects. Oversee assigned public works projects and contracts; and provide assistance to higher level engineering staff.

This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt union position. This position is covered under the provisions of an agreement between the City and the OPIEU union. Job Details

Essential Functions:

• Act as lead inspector and the Citys field representative on City-funded capital construction projects and on developer-funded projects.
• Monitor work for acceptability and conformance to plans and specifications.
• Create accurate pay notes and assist office staff in the preparation of monthly contractor pay estimates for City-Funded projects.
• Work with the construction project engineer in ensuring that the project is built on time, within budget where applicable, and in conformance to plans and specifications.
• Act as the Citys lead representative to the projects neighbors and members of the general public, answering questions and addressing concerns as well as complaints.
• Drive a city vehicle in a safe and appropriate manner in order to travel between various worksites.
• Review and monitor traffic control plans for construction projects.
• Coordinate public works projects with applicable city, state and federal officials and other relevant agencies and parties.
• Lead temporary personnel for annual summer construction peak workload.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

Senior Construction Inspector

• Three (3) years of civil construction inspection experience and increasingly responsible technical engineering experience in construction inspection.
• Equivalent to an Associate's Degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Construction Inspector

• Two (2) years of civil construction inspection or technical engineering experience.
• Equivalent to an Associate's Degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Computer Skills

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Nuclear Densometer Gauge Operators Certification within three months.

Knowledge

• Principles and practices of civil engineering including hydrology, hydraulics, soils, water and sewer utility design, transportation design, and basic structures;
• Design and construction theory and engineering design standards;
• Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of drafting, computer aided design, and geographic information systems;
• Civil engineering principles and practices related to the inspection of public works construction;
• Principles, methods, equipment, and safety standards of construction zone traffic control practices , including those applicable to pedestrian and bicycle facilities;
• Engineering maps and records;
• Basic principles and practices of surveying;
• Construction plans and specifications;
• Materials, methods, and techniques of modern construction;
• Principles, methods, materials, equipment, and safety standards of construction inspection and materials testing;
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: Public Works construction project management
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Use of personal computers and basic software

Abilities

• Interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations;
• Interpret, and apply survey field notes in the performance of construction inspection;
• Understand and interpret engineering plans and specifications;
• Research records, maps and other data to obtain engineering data;
• Deal firmly and tactfully with contractors, developers, engineers, property owners, neighbors and parties of interest;
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Demonstrate good judgment and decision making;
• Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
• Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouvers Operating Principles
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times
• Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
• Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
• Consistently provide quality service
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive
• Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.
• Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
• Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.

This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, a basic criminal background check, and a driving abstract.

The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope youll consider joining us on the journey!

Safety: The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference: Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call ... or email hrfront1@cityofvancouver.us

Job Posting End Date May 9, 2025