Construction Inspector Senior

Construction Inspector Senior

Arizona State University – Full Time – Pay range: $79,000–$95,000 annually.

Location:

1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ.

• Interpret codes and regulations related to plans review and construction projects; research and bring forward recommendations for updates.
• Review building plans to determine code compliance and compliance with applicable laws, codes and standards under the jurisdiction of ASU.
• Approve or deny plans as appropriate, sign off on approved plans and legal documents.
• Observe work in progress to ensure conformance with applicable requirements and acceptable standards of workmanship.
• Review existing mechanical systems for safety requirements.
• Prepare reports and inspection documentation, maintain all required records. Supervise special inspections and assist building inspections on difficult or unusual code requirements for residential and commercial structures.
• Access various construction sites and campus tunnels to perform visual inspections.
• Conduct field/site visits when needed.
• Inspect sites to identify potential construction deficiencies due to existing items not being reflected in construction plans.
• Consult with architects, engineers, designers, and contractors concerning deficiencies with structural and non-structural requirements.
• Explain codes and regulations, review plans prior to submittal.
• Research alternate products, materials and methods of construction for compliance and make recommendations to the Building Official.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures as directed by the Building Official.
• Establish schedules and methods for plan reviews and permit issuance. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities.
• Recommend improvements and modifications or changes in codes to resolve design and interpretation issues and to accommodate new materials, design concepts and initiatives.
• Attend various project meetings to provide information on ASU’s building code requirements, policies and procedures.
• Serve as technical advisor.
• Prepare regularly scheduled and Ad Hoc reports.
• Answer questions and provide amplifying data concerning code and plan check reports; advise building inspectors of any potential issues.

• Experience in planning review for ADA, electrical, mechanical and structural code for commercial projects.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated Knowledge of Local, state and federal building codes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of Building Plans Examiner certification from the International Code Council (ICC).
• Certification in plumbing, electrical and mechanical code or other disciplines.

• Activities performed in a variety of internal and external settings.
• Access construction sites and campus tunnels requiring stooping, walking on uneven surfaces, kneeling, crawling in confined spaces, climbing stairs and ladders, standing and walking for long periods in extreme summer temperatures.
• Activities require lifting, bending and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Exposure to dirt, dust, and inclement weather.
• Climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding at heights above thirty (30) feet.
• May also perform some activities in an environmentally controlled office setting.
• Requires ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear.
• Position requires the ability to drive University Vehicles.

• Flexible work schedules.
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff, spouses and dependents.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following birth or adoption.
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement program (Arizona State Retirement System).
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
• Disability and leave program for income protection.
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services.
• ASU Discounts to sports/events and other partnerships.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.