Senior Engineering Inspector

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

01/17/2025

Note: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System.

Grade 20

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TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

IF YOU APPLIED FOR THIS POSITION WITHIN LAST 12 MONTHS, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO REAPPLY.

Senior Engineering Inspectors working within the Merit System are responsible for reviewing construction plans to prepare for on-site inspections performed on construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer lines, etc.). They oversee the inspections of construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure facilities which may include drainage structures, sanitary sewers, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and utilities using accepted civil engineering practices, national, state, and local engineering codes, standards, or regulations. Individuals in this job class supervise Engineering Inspectors, providing them with inspection assignments and professional guidance related to professional standards and procedures. They address problems and complaints of private contractors, public officials, and general public and when able, provide solutions to issues. They work under the direction of a supervisor and is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's license.

• Experience involving civil engineering inspection on public infrastructure projects including but not limited to areas such as inspecting sewer lines, streets, bridges, utility installation, performing field tests on construction materials or surveying.

• Experience using computer software like Excel, Word, and Outlook on the job.

• Experience calculating quantities of construction materials in the field, and preparing estimates for construction projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes.

• Experience working as an Engineering Inspector within the Jefferson County Merit System.

• Supervisory experience.

COMPENSATION: 

Application for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies:

• Birmingham          $44,678 - $69,305

• Homewood           $49,899 - $77,417

• Jefferson County $48,672 - $75,504

JOB DUTIES:

Typical job duties include, but are not necessarily limited to:

• Communicates with various entities (e.g., the public, other departments, contractors) in order to inform them of the nature of construction projects and existing utility issues.

• Inspects construction and maintenance work on public infrastructure facilities which may include drainage structures, sanitary sewers, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and utilities using accepted civil engineering practices, national, state, and local engineering codes, standards, or regulations to ensure that projects are completed according to job specifications.

• Inspects existing bridges, sewers, and culverts for compliance with federal standards and specifications in order to comply with federal, state, and local safety requirements.

• Oversees contractors’ work on public infrastructure projects (e.g., subdivisions, sewer lines, bridges, roads, etc.) by monitoring the progress of work, approving payment to contractors and ensuring the appropriate quality and quantity of materials (e.g., steel, concrete, asphalt, soil, etc.) are used or removed in order to ensure projects are completed according to specifications.

• Performs trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic calculations using a calculator and proper equations to complete construction and maintenance assignments.

• Examines and reviews plans of assigned projects in order to prepare for on-site inspections during construction and maintenance projects on public infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer lines,