Construction Inspector 2

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*

Work Location: Development Resource Center
1250 Market Street

FLSA Status: This is a Non-Exempt position.
Salary: GS.08 $22.74/hour - $27.47/hour

Department: Public Works

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:  

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Pavement management program, including project and construction management functions for concrete repair, asphalt patching, asphalt paving/overlay, chip/slurry seal, and crack seal. Serving as a lead and inspecting paving and roadway construction materials, right-of-ways, streets, sanitary and storm sewer systems and other related infrastructures to ensure compliance with relevant codes. Lead duties include assigning work and providing guidance, and training inspectors. Works under limited supervision.

SERIES LEVEL: 

The Construction Inspector 2  is the second level of a  three level construction inspector series.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Serves as a lead to lower level construction inspection staff to include assigning and monitoring work, training staff on work methods and procedures, and providing direction.

Performs all aspects of project construction inspection associated with the annual resurfacing contract and pavement preservation plan  to ensure activities are being performed according to design standards, specifications, and City ordinances, which includes: verifying proper bedding material type, depth, and width for sanitary and storm sewers; ensuring proper backfill material type depth and compaction; inspecting materials for compliance with established plans and specifications; verifying the quality of work during the installation of materials and products; verifying proper trench construction; verifying proper construction of sub-base, base stone, asphalt binders, and asphalt toppings for road construction; verifying proper land management, including clearing, grubbing, and grading; verifying traffic control systems are in place; ensuring legal and engineering aspects of site work have been met in a timely and appropriate manner; and, performing other related activities.

Determines scope of work and cost estimates for the annual street infrastructure maintenance contracts.

Helps Develop project plans, specifications, bid documents and cost estimates.

Performs all aspects of project construction inspection, pay application preparation or review, track project expenditures, public outreach, coordinate with homeowners, public and private utilities, school district, and railroads.

Responds to internal and external customer service requests and concerns and provides effective services or solutions for customers/citizens.

Performs daily and weekly site visits with contractors and inspectors.

Develops and maintains monthly spreadsheets to track expenditures of work performed to ensure operations are within budget and to identify opportunities to expand the current scope.

Submits monthly pay requests for contracted services to the Project manager and City Transportation Engineer for approval and payment..

Works collaboratively with all departments and employees on special projects, committees, and citizen inquiries.

Assists in creating and maintaining a five year pavement management plan and developing priorities for program level determination.

Measures and calculates material needs for repair and construction of streets and roadways, and estimates costs associated with repair and construction

Identifies and reports City infrastructure, roadway, and/or other related construction and repair needs to pr