Construction Inspector I / II

Construction Inspector

The City of Virginia Beach is looking to hire a Construction Inspector within the Public Utilities Department. As a Construction Inspector you will review engineering plans / specifications, perform inspection duties and quality assurance tests associated with construction, rehabilitation, and repair of complex water and sanitary sewer facilities in order to ensure compliance with City and State standards and to ensure use of proper methods and materials for construction.

The position may be classified as a Construction Inspector I or Construction Inspector II depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Construction Inspector I - G18, $39,328.30 - $60,958.87

Construction Inspector II - G22 $47,803.80 - $74,095.89

Duties include :

• On-site inspections for construction of utility systems including sanitary sewer / potable water pump stations, structures, pipes, and appurtenances.
• Inspections associated site erosion and sediment control, and Stormwater management measures.
• Conduct quality assurance tests, verify material quantities, process construction invoices, maintain electronic records records, and prepare electronic reports which document results of tests and the work performed.
• Identify potential construction problems and recommend solutions.
• Prepare change orders / formal notifications.
• Coordinate construction activities between multiple agencies; and make written and verbal communications with contractors, other City or State agencies, and the public.
• Conduct inspections which may require pulling, lifting, or carrying equipment; opening and closing access covers for underground structures; standing, walking, bending, crawling, and / or climbing over uneven or unfinished surfaces including above ground and below ground structures with limited accessibility and carrying out assigned work in all weather conditions.

Special Requirements : All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and / or City-wide emergencies.

The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans. Other key benefits include :

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.