Construction Inspector

• Conduct on-site inspections of various MMSD projects to determine compliance with contract documents, codes, regulations, etc. Alert the Construction Manager and contractor to conditions and/or activities that do not comply with contract documents or standards.
• Complete inspection reports, photograph logs, and other project required documents and records utilizing construction management software. 
• Maintain construction progress redline drawings detailing deviations from the contract as originally shown.
• Communicate with Construction Manager regarding work activities and problem areas. Plan activities and discuss project obstacles.
• Assist the Construction Manager with preparation and processing of contract documentation including submittals, RFIs, punch lists, O&M manuals, spare parts transfer, contract substantial/final completion, etc.
• Assist the Construction Manager in coordination of contractor work activities with ongoing operation and/or maintenance of District assets.  
• Observe and evaluate potential hazards and unsafe conditions. Communicate/coordinate with the Construction Manager and safety staff in an effort to prevent accidents and unsafe conditions. 
• Communicate accurate project information to internal and external stakeholders, including the general public, using non-technical terminology.
• Test contractor work by taking concrete cylinders, or other samples, in order to comprehensively monitor quality of work.
• Maintain technical competency and remain current with technological changes in the industry.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Associate degree in civil/mechanical/industrial engineering, construction management, or a related field. 
• Minimum of two years of job-related experience, including construction inspection, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to apply written and oral communication skills to the completion of job duties.
• Ability to keep accurate and detailed records, field notes, and to contribute to detailed technical reports and records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work with blueprints, specifications, and plans.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply various construction codes and standards.
• Ability to perform all jobs' testing accurately.
• Ability to apply knowledge of OSHA confined space entry procedures to the safe completion of job duties and ability to use field testing equipment.
• Ability to access a confined space through a 20-inch diameter opening, walk along uneven terrain, and lift or move up to 25 lbs. regularly and 50 lbs. occasionally. 
• CPR certification (provided by MMSD).
• Valid driver's license required and a good driving record at time of application, during the selection process, and throughout employment.

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force.
• Work regularly requires speaking or hearing; frequently requires standing and walking; occasionally requires sitting, using hands, climbing or balancing, kneeling or crawling; reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, and pushing or pulling.

Sensory Requirements:

• Work has standard vision requirements.  Vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.  
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, and observing general surroundings and activities. 

Environmental Exposures:

• Work regularly requires working near moving mechanical pars.  Work frequently requires working in high/precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions.  Work occasionally requires exposure to wet/humid conditions (non-weather), toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
• Work is generally in a loud noise location.

Requires the use of safety glasses and shoes, hardhat, hearing protection, coveralls, rain gear, gas detector, and self-rescuer as dictated by the location and type of work being performed.
 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.