Senior Environmental Construction Inspector

About the role

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing field inspections of residential and commercial construction projects to ensure compliance with the county's Erosion and Stormwater Management, Floodplain, and Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinances
• Responding to citizen inquiries and concerns
• Performing inspections related to building permit applications, certificates of occupancy, and state acceptance
• Ensuring that all records relating to permitting and inspections are current and accurate
• Ensuring adherence to appropriate administrative procedures for construction activities/projects
• Performing other work as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or related area preferred)
• Three years of experience in construction and environmental compliance inspections or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Ability to read construction plans
• Daily input and maintenance of accurate and complete field-activity records in an automated project-tracking system
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of local and state road construction standards
• Ability to ensure administrative requirements are followed for multiple construction projects
• Strong computer and record keeping skills
• Knowledge of the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program (VESMP) inspection and reporting requirements, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
• Certification as a Virginia Certified Project Inspector for Erosion and Sediment Control and certification as a Virginia Certified Project Inspector for Stormwater Management (required within 12 months of employment)
• State certifications as Inspector for VESMP are required within 12 months of employment
• Current valid driver's license and good driving record

Qualifications

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required. This position is a federally regulated DOT position and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.

Skills

Strong computer and record keeping skills, good oral and written communication skills, knowledge of local and state road construction standards, and the ability to ensure administrative requirements are followed for multiple construction projects.

Pay

Salary $56,107.00 - $65,927.00 Annually

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.