Construction Inspector Manager

About the role

The Construction Inspector Manager is responsible for overseeing the inspection of roadways, bridges, and new development projects to ensure compliance with county standards, codes, and regulations. This role involves providing guidance, making recommendations, and representing the county at job sites.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and supervises field inspections of roadways, bridges, and new development projects.
• Schedules and supervises inspections of new development, both residential and commercial.
• Evaluates employee performance and prepares performance appraisals.
• Creates and implements a training program for newly hired staff.
• Maintains continuing education deadlines for all construction inspection staff.
• Coordinates and creates training activities for construction inspectors.
• Monitors the performance of the construction inspection division activities.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy.
• Supervises the work of subordinate personnel.
• Provides guidance to subordinates in solving construction conflicts.
• Assists the Development Services Director in compiling monthly and yearly reports.
• Monitors construction activities to ensure proper permitting.
• Investigates complaints from the general public.
• Coordinates communications between contractors and the County.
• Exercises authority to stop work on projects as needed.
• Reviews and approves various documents, including project narratives, quality assurance reports, test reports, and invoices.
• Maintains knowledge of new trends and techniques in construction.
• Ensures compliance with ADA Standard Regulations.
• Keeps Development Services Director apprised of project status.
• Notifies the public of road closures and ensures public safety.
• Attends and conducts pre-construction, utility, and weekly meetings.
• Calculates materials required for assigned projects.
• Ensures uniformity of job knowledge and skills among construction inspectors.
• Advises the Senior Development Review Engineer on most current construction methods and options.
• Performs additional assigned duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with Vocational/Technical School Training in Construction or related field.
• At least six (6) years of experience in construction and/or construction project inspection, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Obtain and maintain certification of FDOT Asphalt Paving Level 1, Florida Department of Environmental Protection Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector Certification, and FDOT Earthwork Construction Inspection Level 1 within six (6) months of hire date.
• Obtain and maintain certification of FDOT Asphalt Paving Level 2, FDOT Earthwork Construction Inspection Level 2, FDOT Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic certification, Limerock Bearing Ratio (LBR) Technician Certification, and OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health certification within one (1) year of hire date.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the methods, policies, and procedures of the Department and County.
• Knowledge of County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to plan and schedule inspections.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, codes, methods, and acceptable practices.
• Ability to review and interpret construction plans and drawings.
• Knowledge of the properties and construction uses of asphalt and concrete.
• Ability to use survey equipment.
• Ability to inspect bridges and other structures for structural integrity.
• Knowledge of traffic control theories and practices.
• Knowledge of drainage system design and construction.
• Ability to offer training and assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments.
• Ability to take the initiative to complete duties without direct supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance.
• Knowledge of proper English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and technology.
• Ability to use computers for word processing and records management.
• Ability to perform required mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret various materials.
• Ability to assemble and analyze information and prepare reports and records.
• Knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the Department.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with co-workers, personnel of other departments, professionals, and members of the public.
• Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.

Skills

• Construction techniques and codes.
• Survey equipment use.
• Inspection of bridges and structures.
• Drainage system design and construction.
• Communication and problem-solving skills.
• Training and mentoring abilities.
• Mathematical calculations.
• Office software proficiency.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$65,713.64 - $99,990.96 annual

Schedule

Full time