What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector I/II (Engineering) position at City of Suffolk, VA?

Salary : $45,738.00 - $61,426.00 Annually

Location : Suffolk, VA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 03739

Department : PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 5 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

Under general supervision, performs technical work inspecting local construction projects to ensure compliance with City planning and development policy. Works includes inspecting construction projects by both the City and private developers to ensure that materials, methods, sizing, and locations in project development meet City specifications; testing of the materials utilized in such construction; and investigating construction practices and recommending changes when necessary. Employee is also responsible for preparing various reports on construction projects. Employee must exercise initiative and independent judgment in performing inspections. Employee must also exercise considerable tact, courtesy and firmness in frequent contact with property owners, developers, contractors and the general public. Reports to the Construction Manager.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Essential Job Functions

Construction Inspector I :

Inspects construction projects and enforces City ordinances governing minimum standards and requirements of new storm sewer.
Examines construction methods and materials and construction project location; ensuring compliance with City planning and development policy. Review project plans, revisions, and corresponding documents.
Confers with contractors, property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and others regarding inspection requests, construction codes, building plans, etc.; examines and investigates methods and practices employed in local construction projects, recommending changes when necessary.
Oversees construction projects in the city.
Inspects construction projects for work zone safety, and that erosion and sediment control practices are being adhered to.
Measures installed quantities of construction; calculates percent completion; adjusts construction drawings to reflect actual work; diagnoses and solves engineering problems and oversee test.
Conducts final inspections on city and state right-of-way improvements for acceptance and maintenance of roadways.
Prepares and maintains various records and reports pertaining to status of ongoing construction projects; schedules appointments; conducts final project inspection and recommends acceptance of work.
Interprets site plans.
Attends construction meetings with contractors, engineers, and inspectors.
Fuels vehicles; takes vehicles to shop for maintenance and repairs; maintains appearance of vehicle.
Performs other related duties as required. Construction Inspector II
Provides project inspection for development and capital improvements projects as well as oversees construction and maintenance projects in the City.
Inspects construction projects and enforces City ordinances as well as local, state and federal construction standards governing construction of new roadway and associated storm sewer.
Examines construction methods and materials and construction project location; ensuring compliance with City planning and development policy; reviews project plans, revisions, and corresponding documents.
Confers with contractors, property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and others regarding inspection requests, construction codes, building plans, etc.; examines and investigates methods and practices employed in local construction projects, recommending changes when necessary.
Measures installed quantities of construction; calculates percent completion; adjusts construction drawings to reflect actual work; diagnoses and solves engineering problems and oversee test.
Monitors and provides some construction materials testing to ensure adherence with applicable standards, specifications, codes and laws.
Keeps daily reports, and testing reports from independent testing firms.
Performs City Right-of-Way improvement inspections, Traffic / Work Zone Safety Inspections, Erosion and Sediment control inspections, Stormwater inspections and Single Family lot grading inspections.
Monitors use of safety equipment by construction crews.
Conducts final inspections on City and State right-of-way improvements for acceptance and maintenance of roadways.
Ensures that all road and site work meets local, state, and federal standards and regulations and complies with City ordinances.
Prepares and maintains various records and reports pertaining to status of ongoing construction projects; schedules appointments; conducts final project inspection and recommends acceptance of work.
Attends construction meetings with contractors, engineers, and inspectors.
May assist in Stormwater program plan development, implementation, and reporting; reviews construction site Stormwater runoff control; and assists in the coordination and reporting of illicit discharges.
Performs other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Construction Inspector I -Graduation from high school, and 1 to 2 years of experience in the construction trade or building inspections, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities. Possession of a valid driver's license.

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Certification - must possess within 12 months of employment.

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Stormwater Inspector Certification, must possess within 12 months of employment.

May require various VDOT certifications depending on department assigned.

Sa lary range : $45,738 - $58,500

Construction Inspector II - Requires High School or GED, 5 years progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities or any equivalent combination of progressive experience and technical training which provides the necessary knowledge and experience; OR an Associate's degree in Construction / Building Trades and 4 years of journey level experience in the construction / building trades, building inspection or closely related work; OR a Bachelor's degree in Construction / Building Trades, Civil Engineering or closely related field and 2 years of journey level experience in the construction / building trades, building inspection or closely related work. Requires a valid driver's license.

Virginia DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Certification - Must possess or obtain within 12 months of hire

Stormwater Inspector Certification

Inspector Certification for Intermediate Work Zone Safety (depending on the department assigned)

VDOT Asphalt

VDOT / ACI Concrete

VDOT Soils and Aggregates

Troxler Nuclear Gauge Safety

HazMat

Attendance at Regional Construction Standards review class. Salary range : $48,025- $61,426

Supplemental Information

Construction Inspector I -

Knowledge of modern construction practices, materials, and equipment, and of the various stages of construction when violations and defects should be observed and corrected.

Knowledge of structural engineering practices as applied to construction and inspection of commercial and industrial buildings.

Knowledge of State and local building ordinances and codes.

Knowledge of City geography.

Ability to detect and locate defective workmanship in construction or repairs.

Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, specifications, codes and building regulations.

Ability to exercise independent judgment in applying standards to a variety of work situations.

Ability to exercise considerable tact and firmness in dealing with contractors, property owners and the general public.

Ability to physically maneuver on scaffolds, structural members, and in cramped quarters to accomplish thorough inspections.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments.

Ability to compare and / or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Ability of speaking and / or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments and / or directions from supervisors.

Ability to read a variety of correspondence and reports, architectural drawings, balance sheets, diagnostic reports, inspection slips, blueprints, inspection requests, etc.; prepares correspondence and reports, forms, permits, activity logs, etc., using prescribed format.

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form.

Ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to use and interpret building codes, engineering, mechanical and electrical terminology.

Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract totals; to multiply and divide; to determine percentages and decimals; and to utilize basic systems of algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, and ratio and proportion.

Ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. Ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using office machinery and equipment; to operate motor vehicles.

Ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

Ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress.

Knowledge and proficiency with computers and related software programs.

Construction Inspector II

Knowledge of modern construction practices, materials, and equipment, and of the various stages of construction when violations and defects should be observed and corrected.

Knowledge of engineering practices as applied to construction and inspection of commercial and industrial buildings, roadway and related infrastructure, water and sewer utilities.

Knowledge of local, state and federal ordinances, codes and construction standards. Knowledge of City geography.

Knowledge and responsibility for safety or health of others and / or for continuous enforcement of the laws and standards of public health and safety.

Ability to detect and locate defective workmanship in construction or repairs.

Ability to interpret blueprints, construction plan drawings, diagrams, specifications, codes and building regulations.

Ability to exercise independent judgment in applying standards to a variety of work situations.

Ability to exercise considerable tact and firmness in dealing with contractors, property owners and the general public.

Ability to physically maneuver on scaffolds, structural members, uneven terrain and in cramped quarters to accomplish thorough inspections.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments.

Ability to gather, organize, analyze, examine, or evaluate data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information.

Ability to give information, guidance, or assistance to people which directly facilitates task accomplishment; may give instructions or assignments to helpers or assistants.

Ability to assist with achieving minor economies and / or preventing minor losses through the handling of or accounting for materials and supplies.

Ability to use basic algebra involving variables and formulas and / or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas, and volumes and / or computes discounts and interest rates as well as perform basic unit conversions.

Ability to read technical instructions, procedures manuals, and charts to solve practical problems such as methods and procedures for investigations, and in drawing and layout work; composes routine reports and specialized reports, forms, and business letters, with proper format; speaks compound sentences using normal grammar and word form.

Ability to make frequent decisions, affecting the individual, co-workers, and others whom depend on the service; works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but many variations from the routine.

Ability to perform supervisory work involving policy and guidelines, solving both people and work related problems; requires continuous, close attention for accurate results and frequent exposure to unusual pressures.

Ability to make moderately serious impact decisions - affects work unit and may affect other units or citizens.

Ability to handle and use machines, tools, or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience such as hand and power tools, computers for data entry, fax, complex copiers, phone systems, and other similar equipment.

Ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. Ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

Ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color. Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress.

Knowledge and proficiency with computers and related software programs

Seasonal Employees- No Benefits

Part-time Employees - Sick Leave (See below)

Full Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits;

Retirement (Virginia Retirement System employer) for employees hired on or after 1 / 1 / 14 - Hybrid Members

Hybrid plan members contribute 4 percent of creditable compensation to the defined benefit plan and 1 percent to the defined contribution plan each month. Members may voluntarily contribute up to an additional 4 percent in 0.5 percent increments to the defined contribution plan each month. Members can increase or decrease their voluntary contributions on a quarterly basis. With the mandatory and voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the plan, members can contribute a maximum of 5 percent with a 3.5 percent match from the employer. Members invest in various investment options that best fit their needs.

Vested after 5 years in the defined benefit part of the plan. Vested in phases based on years in the Defined Contribution part of the Plan. The retirement eligibility for a full or reduced retirement pension in the Hybrid Plan is very detailed. Please contact the Virginia Retirement System or the Human Resources Department for details.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Yearly earnings

120 Hours (1-59 months), 144 Hours (60-119 months), 168 Hours (120- 179 months), 192 Hours (180 and over)

Sick Leave

Part Time employees earn 4 hours per month Sick leave accrues at the end of the month and may be accrued with no ceiling.

Personal Leave

All regular full time employees are granted 24 hours of personal leave each calendar year. Personal leave must be preapproved and is not cumulative.

Health Insurance

Coverage available for you and your eligible dependents using pre-tax payroll deductions if elected.

Supplemental Insurances

Employees may purchase the following supplemental insurance policies : short term and long term disability, cancer, accident, supplemental hospitalization, and group universal life insurance.

Employer Sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability

Provides disability coverage for employees work and non-work related disabilities. Work related disabilities are covered starting on day one (1). Non work related disabilities are covered starting on day eight (8), after you have been employed for one year.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in the Health Reimbursement, Dependent Care Reimbursement and Premium Reimbursement Accounts. All deductions are made on a pre-tax basis and will reduce your taxable income.

Life Insurance

The city pays the entire premium for life insurance coverage in the amount of 2 times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death.

Optional Life Insurance

Employees have the option of electing additional life insurance coverage in the amount of 1, 2, 3 or 4 times their annual salary. Employees may only purchase optional life insurance on spouses and children if they are enrolled in optional life insurance for themselves.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

12 weeks of job protected leave for leaves approved in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act. Employees receive continuation of health insurance, job protection and consideration for a comparable job when available, or an equivalent job, upon return to work.

Funeral Leave

24 hours of paid leave of absence in case of death in immediate family.

Holidays

Suffolk follows the Virginia State holiday calendar as set by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Jury Duty

Time off with pay with difference between jury pay and regular pay or use annual leave and keep check.

457 Deferred Compensation, ROTH IRA, Traditional IRA

Offered through ICMA Retirement Corporation as a way to shelter a portion of your salary from income taxes and save for retirement.

Employee Assistance Program

Offers employees and immediate family members (3) free, confidential counseling sessions related to a broad range of issues such as marital or family conflict, job or personal stress, alcohol or drug abuse, financial or legal worries, etc.

Worker's Compensation

Should an employee have an on the job injury, he / she could be eligible for Workmen's Compensation Benefits, except in cases of willful neglect.

Pay Days

Employees will be paid on the 15th and last working day of each month.

Credit Union

A Suffolk Credit Union is available to employees.

Legal Services

Employees may prepay for access to legal assistance.

Notary Public Services

Services available in the Human Resources Department.

Alternative Work Schedule For some positions -Offers 4 Alternative Work Schedule options to provide employees with greater control over their personal and professional time, as well as reducing absences.

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Which of the following best describes your previous experience in construction trade and / or building inspections?

0 to 1 year

1 - 2 years

2 - 3 years

3 - 5 years

5 - 7 years

more than 7 years

Do you have DCR VDEQ Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector certifications?

If you don't have your DEQ Erosion and Sediment Certification or your DEQ Stormwater Inspector Certification, are you able to obtain these within 18 months of employment?

Do you have any VDOT certifications?

Please indicate which, if any, of the VDOT related certifications below you are currently in possession of?

Asphalt

Concrete

Soils

Flagging

Work Zone Safety

Radiation Safety

None of the above

Required Question

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