Senior Construction Inspector - Position closes
6/16/2024 11:59 PM Mountain ST
Duties: THe Capital Improvements Construction Management (CICM) Division
is committed to excellence and fiscal responsibility. We manage capital
improvement projects exceeding $50,000, ensuring they meet quality,
schedule, and cost benchmarks while providing a minimum three-year
depreciable life. We achieve this by overseeing all stages of construction,
from pre-construction planning to final inspection.
To achieve this mission, we're seeking a Senior Construction Inspector who
shares our high standards and dedication to an effective infrastructure
network. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality
construction across our capital improvement projects. You'll perform field
inspections, review plans for constructability, and collaborate closely
with City staff and contractors to provide seamless project execution. This
includes training and guiding other CICM Inspectors in their assigned duties.
What You'll Do in This Role:
Review construction plans and perform field inspections to verify work follows
approved designs, specifications, standards, and codes. Maintain
accurate records of all inspections. Inspection items include:
Compliance with waterline disinfection and testing according to project
specifications and American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards.
Adherence to temporary traffic controls based on approved plans and the Manual
on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD); recommend any necessary changes.
Adherence to Storm Water Management Plans (SWMP) per the Colorado MS4 permit.
Implementation of water management, pollution control measures, and
stormwater improvements in line with regulatory requirements, including
initial enforcement when necessary.
Confirmation that materials and on-site testing meet project requirements.
Work closely with CICM staff, contractors, and the public to provide
information, support, and clarify construction-related impacts and
regulations.
Gather field data as needed for plan revisions.
Train and guide the work of other Capital Improvements Construction Management
(CICM) Inspectors, ensuring team compliance with local and state standards.
Assist in administering less complex engineering contracts, estimate
contract quantities and costs; prepare change orders, as necessary.
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED with additional college-level coursework in
engineering, drafting, or a related field.
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in public works,
construction, or technical engineering.
Two years in a supervisory role.
Knowledge of materials, methods, testing and practices of modern public
works construction, including civil, general building, and utility
construction
Skill in performing site inspections for a variety of infrastructure and
building improvements, such as roadways, water mains, sanitary sewer
mains, and storm drain construction and installation.
Other Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain the following certifications as a condition of
employment:
Within six months of employment: American Public Works Association
(APWA) Construction Inspection Workshop & Certificate, First
Aid/CPR/AED and OSHA 10.
Within first year of employment: Traffic Control Supervisor, Qualified
Stormwater Manager, and Colorado Certified Water Professional Distribution 1
and Collections.
Wage: $27.25 Hourly.
Shifts: Monday through Friday, 7:30-4:30 (flexible for project needs)
Job Site: Durango, CO
Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Ample personal time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays.
401(a) retirement plan and optional deferred compensation plan.
Basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Long-term disability coverage.
Paid FMLA.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Free access to the Durango Community Recreation Cente and Chapman Hill Ice
Rink & Ski Area.
Holistic Employee Wellness Program, addressing physical, mental,
financial, and professional well-being.
Free transit pass and family member discounts.
Reimbursement for job-related classes to foster continuous learning.
Sixteen hours of volunteer time off per year to support local non-profit
organizations.
We are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We
prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis
of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with
race, such as hair texture and length, projective hairstyles), sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color,
religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic
information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this
position, please click on How to Apply' to view application
information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the
application information (registration is available at no cost).