Construction Inspector

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of the Director of Public Works, this position is responsible for ensuring infrastructure and site construction complies with plans and specifications for private development and City capital improvement projects, including roadway, drainage, and water/wastewater activities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Reports to the Director of Public Works; No supervision is exercised by this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As part of the City's development review team, this position reviews plans, specifications and sites for private infrastructure development and public construction projects. Provides comments on plan sheets, plats, and other documents ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards, specifications, regulations and codes; researches TCEQ, OSHA, ASTM, AWWA, MUTCD and TxDOT and other regulations and standards and analyzes information; and writes reports on findings.

Conducts Pre-Construction Meetings for new commercial and residential development projects, utility improvement projects, and any other applicable projects as assigned.

Inspects the construction of street improvements (i.e., paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, etc.), bridges, storm drains and boxes, underground utility systems including lift stations, reservoirs, pressure stations, force mains, parks, grading and private street systems, street lights and traffic signals, as applicable. Inspects subgrade and roadway base for compaction, alignment, grades and materials.

Inspects water and wastewater pipe and associated appurtenances construction for proper alignment, grade, jointing, fittings, bedding and materials; and performs air testing, deflection testing, vacuum testing and bacteriological testing.

Inspects base, sub-grade, and finish grading including slopes for all private development, capital improvement projects, and fill permits to ensure compliance to plans and specifications.

Receive, review, approve and inspect all franchise utility permits.

Schedules and makes arrangements for construction survey, soil and construction material testing, and other services or materials; conducts a variety of tests on new facilities. Coordinates construction and inspection services in cooperation with contractors and other agencies; communicates and confers with representatives of utility companies, contractors, public agencies and the general public; answers citizen concerns and requests for information.

Provides information to internal and external customers regarding the status of capital improvement projects; responds and resolves inquiries; and coordinates and manages community meetings.

Reviews product submittals, testing reports, video inspections, traffic control plans, haul routes and erosion control plans.

Perform administrative duties; file reports, forms and submittals; maintain files and reports; and examine lab test results and packets from project engineers.

Monitors quality control, construction site safety, trench safety, and safe handling of traffic in construction and maintenance areas. Work involves technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work. Inspections are conducted independently, but in accordance with City and department policies, regulations and established technical standards.

Represents the City to external clients and stakeholders to identify proactive solutions and resolves complaints and problems as they may arise; informs and communicates; seeks input and provides responsive solutions.

Collaborates with other depart ents to ensure that all ordinances pertaining to right of way and construction permits, dust control, erosion control, stormwater quality, grading and public improvements are enforced.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationship with coworkers, engineers, developers, contractors, agency officials, and citizens contacted in the course of work.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

Provides additional related capital improvement project support to Public Works as needed.