Construction Inspector

The purpose of this classification is to conduct inspections of construction projects involving water/sewer infrastructure and road structure to ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, specifications, and approved construction plans.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Conducts inspections of construction projects involving County roads and water/sewer infrastructure to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and approved construction plans/specifications; conducts end-of-year maintenance inspections on construction sites.

Interprets, explains, and ensures compliance with approved construction plans/specifications and all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; resolves problems by defining or re-defining specifications for clarity and definition; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

Provides information and technical assistance concerning utility construction requirements; responds to complaints and questions related to projects and work activities; researches and investigates cause of problems; recommends solutions to problems; provides technical assistance and consultation to other departments as needed.

Reviews and interprets construction documents, site drawings, as-built drawings, and specifications; refers to documents/drawings as needed throughout construction projects; approves construction documents upon proper completion of projects.

Attends various meetings as needed; conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors to outline project requirements.

Conducts field inspections of road construction projects; inspects erosion and sediment control systems; inspects pipe work; observes grading and drainage easements; inspects sub-grade; inspects asphalt base, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks; conducts flushing and cleaning of systems upon project completion.

Conducts field inspections of construction of water/sewer infrastructure, including service lines, lift stations, water/wastewater plants, river and wetland crossings, and related equipment/apparatus; conducts visual, mirror, and laser inspections of water/sewer mains and lines; inspects for proper blocking or restraint of water main; inspects cased bores to ensure a straight casing in place for installation of pipe; inspects depth of pipe and distance from curb;

performs air pressure tests on sewer lines; performs mandrel tests on sewer lines to determine cylindrical deflection of installed sewer; conducts startup tests on pump stations; conducts shaft-to-shaft alignment procedures; collects water samples to ensure proper disinfection of lines; verifies that test results have been conducted by certified laboratories; calculates amount of water used to flush/fill water mains; conducts water calibrations and surveys;

inspects erosion and sediment control systems; locates water mains.

Inspects materials used on construction projects to ensure compliance with established specifications; inspects, measures, and records quantity and quality of materials used on projects.

Identifies areas requiring additional planning/design or areas in non-compliance/deviation from plans/standards; recommends corrective actions, such as changing design of construction or adding erosion control devices; submits documentation of findings to contractors or other individuals; conducts follow-up inspections as needed; issues stop work orders due to non-compliance; posts “hold on certificate of occupancy” forms as appropriate.

Prepares field reports to document inspection findings; prepares condition reports, progress reports, and punch lists; provides appropriate documentation to contractors.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, lists, field reports, inspection lists, final inspection reports, pressure test reports, chlorine/bacteria test reports, pipeline problem reports, water loss reports, stop work…