Engineering Inspector II

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

01/18/26

Division: Transportation & Engineering Division

Management Level: Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Engineering Inspector II is responsible for overseeing compliance and quality control of public, private, and County construction projects including land development, underground utility construction, guardrail and bridge projects, and roadway construction projects in County rights‑of‑way and easements. Inspect erosion and sediment control. Ensure adherence to Federal, State and local specifications and construction plans. Conduct pre‑construction meetings with private industry professionals, government agencies, and quasi‑government agencies.

Ensure public safety on projects in County rights‑of‑way.

This full‑time, standard position typically operates on a 40 hour work week. Occasionally the work requires a variable work schedule due to business needs.

Hiring Range: $35 - $39.50 USD hourly

Full salary range for job profile- 31.44 - 39.30 - 47.15 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

The hourly compensation equates to a salary range of $72,800 - $82,160 - $98,051.20

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more. For more information,  for our Total Rewards summary.

• Oversee construction of public improvements. Reject or accept improvements and create punch lists. Inventory Right of Way (ROW) infrastructure for repairs, replacement and completed work.
• Review projects, materials and traffic control plans to ensure that they meet specifications including signing, striping, asphalt, concrete, grading, surveying and pavement design. Review quantities and site conditions. Listen, investigate and respond to citizen concerns. Hold pre‑construction meetings. Perform field inspections and site visits.
• Determine working hours for construction activities. Determine permit requirements and approval of permits.
• Review erosion and sediment control. Determine whether they reflect the plans. Perform maintenance inspection. Decide phasing and plan changes.
• Review plans for compliance. Decide warranty and acceptance.
• Maintain records and reports. Ensure completeness and accuracy. Review as‑constructed drawings for completeness. Receive and review submittals, meeting minutes and highway user tax fund road reports.
• Coordinate with other Federal, State and local agencies, quasi‑governmental agencies and special districts. Inspect and ensure right‑of‑way compliance.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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Education: High school diploma or equivalent education.

Experience: Three years work‑related experience.

• May be required to possess American Concrete Institute grade 1 field testing technician within 1 year of date of hire.
• May be required to possess American Traffic Safety Services Association Certification within 1 year of date of hire.
• Storm Water Certification within 1 year of date of hire.

• 5 years work related experience preferred.
• Experience with public works or similar field.
• Experience with Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
• Experience with road construction or maintenance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365.
• Experience with Cartegraph Asset Management system.