Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

(CIVIL DESIGN)

ENGINEERING





Human Resources


Newport News, VirginiaDepartment

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing inspections of public


improvements and utilities projects related to roadways, storm water and sanitary sewers and street


maintenance programs in accordance with local, state and federal regulations and ordinances.


Reports to the Construction Inspection Supervisor.




There are three (3) levels of Construction Inspector distinguished by the level of work performed and


the level of experience of the employee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs inspections of public improvement and utilities projects related to roadways, storm water


and sanitary sewers and street maintenance programs; attends pre-construction meetings to confer


with contractors; reviews approved site plans and monitors compliance with City standards and


applicable regulations and ordinances; makes modification recommendations; ensures completion of


projects within established schedules; issues certificates of occupancy when appropriate. Inspections


include but are not limited to compliance with regulations related to sanitary and storm sewer tie-ins,


commercial traffic entrances, public roadway improvements, traffic signals and signage, roadway


markings, handicap ramps, curbs and gutters, landscaping, concrete and aggregate proof-roll testing,


and related civil construction.




Prepares detailed documentation for project status; writes daily reports, incident reports and


inspection logs, to include Sanitary Sewer Inspection/Test Report, Right of Way Permit Report,


Subdivision Inspection Report, and Final Site Plan Inspection Report.




Investigates citizen complaints regarding construction sites, roadway hazards or ordinance violations;


issues summonses to contractors and/ or property owners; testifies in court.




Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected toeffectively work together to meet the needs of the community


and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also


expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Construction - Knowledge of methods, practices and techniques of civil construction and
commercial development to include site plans, project blueprints and technical schematics.


Knowledge of city, state and federal codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to civil


construction and commercial development projects.
Safety - Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and safety regulations related to
construction sites and uniform traffic control procedures. Knowledge of equipment inspection


procedures and techniques. Knowledge of common safety rules, regulations, procedures and


practices.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Interpersonal Relationships - Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships
with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations.
Judgement/Decision Making - Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate
situations; anticipates, identifies and evaluates potentially dangerous, unusual or deviating


situations; diffuses emotional situations and exercises appropriate judgment to establish priorities


and take prompt action for problem resolution.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

Time Management - Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Ability to establish priorities
for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.
Communication - Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports
and logs. Ability to listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally


and in writing. Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential


manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Construction Inspector I

- Requires an Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management


or a closely related field with 1 year of civil construction or inspection experience, or an equivalent


combination of education and experience. Must obtain and maintain Virigina Department of


Transportation Inspector certifications in Asphalt Field Quality Level I, ACI Field Testing Technician


- Grade I, Pavement Marking, as well as certification from the Virigina Department of Environmental


Quality as an Erosion & Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector.

Construction Inspector II

- Requires an Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management


or a closely related field with 2 - 4 years of civil construction or inspection experience, or an equivalent


combination of education and experience. Must obtain and maintain Virigina Department of


Transportation Inspector certifications in Asphalt Field Quality Level I, ACI Field Testing Technician


- Grade I, Pavement Marking, as well as certification from the Virigina Department of Environmental


Quality as an Erosion & Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector.

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Construction Inspector, Senior

- Requires an Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction


Management or a closely related field with 5 - 7 years of civil construction and inspection experience


or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must obtain and maintain Virginia


Department of Transportation Inspector certifications in Asphalt Field Quality Level I and II, ACI Field


Testing Technician - Grade I, Soils and Aggregated Compaction, Pavement Marking, as well as


certification from the Virigina Department of Environmental Quality as an Erosion & Sediment Control


and Stormwater Inspector.




The Inspector has up to two years from the date of employment to obtain any missing certifications for


this position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.


Requires satisfactory results from a medical evaluation.


May require designation as Conservator of the Peace.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work. Some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/ or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight
(10-20 pounds).

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depth, texture and visual cues
or signals.
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such


as dirt, dust, pollen wetness, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, heights, unsafe


structures, confined spaces, machinery, or traffic hazards.

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