Sr Inspector, Construction
Job Summary
The City of Fort Collins Streets Department is looking for a Senior Construction Inspector to join our Street Maintenance Program. This is a full-time, benefited position with an anticipated base salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 with opportunities for overtime which is paid at time and a half. The position also includes the City of Fort Collins exceptional benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, access to our on-site gyms, and access to our free, onsite clinic to name a few).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Performs a variety of inspection activities, including construction of street maintenance projects, rehabilitation and repair to ensure compliance with city codes and ordinances, plans and specifications, safety standards, environmental regulatory requirements, and state and national codes.
- Reviews construction plans, specifications and engineering documents for compliance with codes and ordinances.
- Conducts field investigations, gathers and analyzes information, makes findings, takes appropriate action within level of authority.
- Maintains a variety of logs and records related to inspection activities and; writes and distributes correspondence and reports.
- Interprets and explains ordinances, codes and regulations; communicates with water, sewer and other community and governmental agencies in the performance of construction inspection duties.
- Conducts research, write letters and prepares written reports.
- Inspects street maintenance sites for proper design, installation, and maintenance of temporary erosion control measures.
- Inspects street maintenance and construction projects for compliance with plans and specifications.
- Interprets blueprints and specifications for Contractor and discusses deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction.
- Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standard and approves installation.
- Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures followed, and materials used conform to specifications.
Management Responsibilities
No
City Competencies
- Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
- Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
- A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
- A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and comprehend complex environmental regulations and scientific studies.
- Proficiency with a personal computer and related technology (laptop and/or tablet preferred)
- Solid verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to work independently and in teams with a minimum of supervision while employing good time management practices.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to set priorities and balance large volumes of work tasks and responsibilities
- Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and graphics software (i.e. Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
- May be required to utilize ArcGIS and GPS software
- Ability to effectively communicate with contractors, engineers, regulatory staff, citizens and property owners.
- Knowledge of current construction and engineering principles and practices.
- Knowledge of construction materials and ability to identify substandard materials.
- Knowledge of construction management and the ability to recognize deviations from standards.
Required Qualifications
| Minimum | Preferred |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates | |
| Associates / Bachelor's degree or other specialized skill training / certification may be required in some positions. | Coursework in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field |
Experience Requirements
- 3 or more years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.
Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
- Must possess valid driver’s license.
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BACKGROUND CHECK AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT REQUIRED. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
