CIP Inspector / CIP Inspector, Senior

Capital Improvement Program Inspector

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a CIP Inspector. This position plays a key role in supporting the Town's infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, parks, and public facilities. Depending on qualifications and experience, the role may be filled at either the Inspector or Senior Inspector level. Ideal candidates will bring strong field inspection knowledge, plan review abilities, and a commitment to quality and safety. If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the Town, we encourage you to apply!

This position is open on a continuous basis. The first review of applications will begin the week of September 14, 2025, with subsequent reviews conducted weekly. The posting may close at any time after the first review.

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks / duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.

Incumbents perform inspections of multiple construction projects as a part of the Town's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Department. Duties include : Performing site / field inspections for capital improvement projects, record keeping, review plans and specifications for CIP projects; and assist project management teams in preparing reports, budgets, project close-outs and final reports.

This is a fully qualified level construction inspection classification in the construction management job family where tasks and assignments are performed using a variety of procedures and techniques. This is the experienced / journey level that is fully competent in the technical / functional aspects of assigned role. Work usually involves the application of sound technical principles and best practices associated with planning, diagnosis, troubleshooting and problem solving. Incumbents perform varied assignments requiring journey level knowledge in assigned area of responsibility.

A CIP Inspector is distinguished from a CIP Senior Inspector by the complexity and scale of the construction projects that are assigned and by the number of years of experience needed in order to successfully perform assigned construction and engineering inspections.

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs.

• Performs inspections on Town CIP projects to ensure compliance with the approved plans and specifications. Project types vary and may include roadways, bridges, culverts, storm drain, water / sewer mains, utility service connection, parks, public safety facilities and water treatment facilities.
• Inspects and observes construction material and methods to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications and construction details.
• Computes and reviews monthly pay applications and works with the contractors to finalize and agree to work completed and to be paid.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, developers, contractors, engineers, surveyors, utility companies, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give and / or receive advice and / or direction.
• Attends project meetings during construction of infrastructure; solves problems and conflicts relating to construction problems.
• Coordinates and monitors materials testing and maintains filing for project testing. Reviews test results and if needed enforces corrective actions for failing materials.
• Prepares daily reports for each assigned project, documenting workforce on-site, work performed, communications with the contractor and any direction given or issues identified.
• Reviews any and all request for change orders and prepares any documentation required to justify or deny each request.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience : Associate's Degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field and two years of experience performing a variety of construction and engineering inspection; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and / or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

Construction practices in concrete, asphalt, and underground utilities, grading and drainage; Project management principles and practices; Job site safety; OSHA guidelines; Dispute resolution techniques; Basic engineering principles; Customer service principles; Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities; Residential and commercial building codes, ordinances, and other applicable laws; Technical building codes, regulations and guidelines; Federal, State, County, and Town codes, ordinances and laws; Proficient with mathematical aptitude.

Interpreting and applying applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations; Inspecting construction projects for conformity to standards and plans; Reading plans and interpreting building codes; Using computers and related software applications; Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.