Senior Construction Inspector

Overview

Senior Construction Inspector. The Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Senior Construction Inspector. The Public Works Department consists of Design Engineering, Development Engineering, Construction, Civic Facilities, Transportation, Survey, and Real Property sections. The department reviews all proposed land development projects in the City and executes the design and construction of public projects such as streets, parks, and public buildings.

First Review of Applications
The first review of applications will take place on January 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (PT). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference check, DOJ fingerprint check for criminal history, medical exam, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling  or emailing: human resources.

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: human resources

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Definition
Under direction, inspects public works streets, highways, bridges, parks and related construction projects for compliance with plans and specifications; performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics
This is a fully qualified journey level classification in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. Positions in this classification are characterized by the responsibility to act as resident inspectors on assigned projects; work independently to plan and organize their work; review is periodic, usually upon employee initiative when important problems, significant changes from past procedures, or policy implication questions are involved.

It is distinguished from Construction Inspector by the responsibility to perform fully qualified journey level work for the entire spectrum of Public Works construction projects and to provide training and technical expertise to Construction Inspector staff.

• Reviews construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits and other plans affecting assigned projects.
• Meets and discusses construction details and problems with contractors and other agencies.
• Conducts inspections of construction materials, grade elevation, underground facilities, construction safety precautions, concrete structures, street light installations, traffic signal installations, traffic control devices, and erosion and siltation control installations to determine compliance with contract plans and specifications, and with city and other governmental regulations.
• Makes field measurements of quantities in place.
• Prepares and monitors the correction of project deficiencies.
• Coordinates materials testing and construction survey activities.
• Identifies and recommends the approval of necessary contract and/or design adjustments to accommodate field conditions.
• Approves field adjustments.
• Evaluates work in progress for compliance with safety standards.
• Stops or rejects construction work.
• Maintains daily diary and field records of materials and quantities used.
• Calculates and recommends formal approval of appropriate progress payments to contractors for work completed.
• Investigates citizen complaints related to encroachment or grading violations.
• Leads the work of other Inspectors.
• Performs field or office work related to construction inspection duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: Accepted industry standards, terminology, and procedures for public works construction projects; characteristics of materials commonly used in street and highway construction; surveying and construction staking (grade-setting and checking) practices; soils and construction material characteristics; construction safety standards;
Cal Trans Traffic Control Devices Manual;
Cal Trans standard specifications; blueprint reading; report writing; traffic safety.

Skill in: Driving an automobile on paved and unpaved surfaces; operating surveying equipment; preparing field sketches.

Ability to: Perform mathematical…