Contract Inspection Associate III (Water Resources - Construction Services)

Job Description The Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources is a publicly-owned utility, committed to providing excellent water, waste water and storm water services at the best possible value to the citizens of Gwinnett County. The department is widely recognized for service excellence in the operation of two water production facilities, three water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. In addition, DWR maintains 3,667 miles of water lines, 2,654 miles of sewer lines and 1,325 miles of storm water pipe. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in the stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledge to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable, resource. This Contract Inspections Associate III position will be responsible for the management, inspection, and construction oversight for a variety of construction and rehabilitation projects. The construction projects may consist of both linear and vertical assets, and the scope may include development, CIP, DOT, water production and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer collection systems, stormwater storage and conveyance systems, and pump stations. The ideal candidate will have the ability to review design documents prepared by others and recognize and resolve various design and construction related issues. This position will interface with operations and maintenance workers, consultants, contractors, and various governmental departments or divisions. Responsibilities Essential Duties: Arrange inspections and determine the appropriate corrective action based upon the inspection resultsPrepare daily inspection reportsReview construction reports and cost estimatesRespond to technical questions from contractors and inspect the contractor’s work for contract complianceReview projects to ensure they meet Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources’ quality requirements The Grade for this position is a C41(2). Qualifications Training and Experience (positions in this class require): Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field;Four years of construction experienceOr, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position Licensing Requirements Flagging Certification (must be obtained within one year)Work Zone Traffic Safety Certification (must be obtained within one year)Valid Georgia Driver's License About Us Welcome to Gwinnett County Government Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more Careers with impact Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected. Exceptional benefits Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation. World-class community More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer! Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business ChronicleGreen Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional CommissionTop 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more! Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below: Hiring Process FAQs Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.