Construction Inspector I/II

Construction Inspector I

$37.18 - $46.48 Hourly

$77,337 - $96,671 Annually

Construction Inspector II

$40.88 - $51.09 Hourly

$85,021 - $106,276 Annually

The City of Pasadena - Public Works Department is currently seeking a skilled Construction Inspector I/II to review contract specifications and inspect the work of contractors engaged in major street and other public works construction and improvement.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of principles, methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of construction; applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of public works projects and private development. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a superior attitude for being solution-oriented, has an aptitude for principles, methods, techniques of construction, and can readily apply federal, state, and city codes aligned with industry standards.

Appointment will be made at the Construction Inspector I or Construction Inspector II level depending on experience and qualifications.

NOTE: This recruitment is open and continuous and is subject to close at any time. A first review of applications is scheduled for August 28, 2025. Apply today!

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.

• Inspects the work of contractors engaged in major construction of street openings and widenings, storm drains, laying of sewers and utility lines, street lighting, traffic signals, parks, landscaping, and the installation of electrical wires and conduit for conformance with requirements and specifications of contracts including earth moving operations, placement of base materials, paving, utility placement, culvert construction, pouring of concrete, landscaping, and construction of buildings and specialized facilities; enforces compliance with contract plans and specifications; computes contractor work in progress; initiates work order changes; interprets and coordinates contract provisions with contractor.
• Inspects private development construction work, including concrete forms placement, reinforcing steel and fencing, and placement, consolidation, and curing of concrete; enforces compliance with plans, specifications, City standards a proper construction practices for work such as installation of water lines, sewer, utility conduits, landscape improvements, construction of storm drains, culverts, flood control channels, catch basins, junction structures, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, and streets; stipulates correction and repairs necessary before final acceptance is made; ensures proper placement and maintenance of signs, barricades and warning devices; recommends to supervisor acceptance of public improvements in completed private developments.
• Reviews plans and specifications of proposed construction; holds pre-construction conferences; notifies affected utilities, public safety agencies, and the public regarding proposed construction; performs final inspection and ensures completion of necessary corrections; reviews "as-built" plans for accuracy.
• Inspects adjacent properties for damages from construction activity; coordinates inspections with other City departments; performs necessary field tests; confers with City engineering staff on design problems encountered in the field.
• Coordinates with other City departments, developers, contractors, and utility agencies; maintains logbooks and records of inspection.
• Checks materials to ensure compliance with job specifications; makes calculations in the field.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this classification.

COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Professional Integrity & Ethics - Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.
• Self-Management - Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Informing - Proactively obtaining and sharing information.
• Customer Focus - Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Handling Conflict - Managing interpersonally strained situations.
• Decision Making - Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Construction Inspector I: Three years of inspection experience on public works construction projects, or on improvement work performed under permit on public works facilities, or three year of engineering experience in the design and inspection of public works construction projects. One year of field survey work on public works projects may be used in lieu of one year of inspection work.
• Construction Inspector II: Four years inspection experience on public work construction projects, or on improvement work performed under permit on public works facilities, or four years of engineering experience in the design and inspection of public works construction projects. One year of the four years' experience must include the inspection of major and complex projects. One year of field survey work on public works projects may be used in lieu of one year of inspection work.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of training and experience and the most highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an oral examination and department interview.

VACANCY INFORMATION

There is currently one full-time vacancy in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and similar vacancies in the future. Candidates selected for this position are subject to a one-year probationary work period.

Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and comply with the City's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy during the course of employment.