Field inspector Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

Public Works Inspector I / II

The City of Elk Grove is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Public Works Inspector I or II to support the Construction Management Section within the Engineering Services Division of the Public Works Department. This position plays a vital role in the successful delivery of the City's Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), ensuring construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled construction inspector with a strong technical background and hands-on experience inspecting a wide range of public works infrastructure projects. These may include, but are not limited to, temporary traffic control, trenching, underground utility installation, boring, roadway and street construction, storm drain systems, bridges, trails, hot mix asphalt paving, public facilities, traffic signals and lighting, pavement markings and signage, and planting and irrigation systems.

This position requires a high level of attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to independently perform daily field inspections. The successful candidate will maintain accurate and thorough inspection records, including photographs, measurements, quantities, and daily reports; identify nonconforming work; and issue correction notices or recommend stop-work actions when necessary. The inspector will also prepare quantity documentation to support monthly progress payments and assist with contract compliance and project closeout activities.

We are looking for a professional who will communicate clearly and effectively and who can build positive, productive working relationships with contractors, consultants, property owners, and City staff. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism in the field, apply construction standards consistently, and will balance enforcement responsibilities with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach.

The successful candidate will value integrity, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative public agency environment. Experience working on public works projects for a municipal or public agency is highly desirable.