Performs advanced technical work in the inspection of construction projects for specification compliance, reviewing engineering drawings for constructability, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Town Engineer or designee.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects construction work in progress and upon completion for quality of work and compliance with approved plans, specifications, and ordinances including new subdivision and new site development projects.
• Reviews plans, permits, and construction drawings for proper location and placement of infrastructure items including signs, curbs, sidewalks, and storm sewer infrastructure; ensures compliance with adopted specifications, Town standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors tests in the field; coordinates the activities of third-party testing agencies and contractors and checks third party practices.
• Inspects and monitors construction on Town sponsored infrastructure projects including paving and storm drainage projects. Completes daily reports for Town projects as necessary.
• Meets with contractors, engineers, owners, and architects to explain construction requirements; informs contractor of non-compliance and advises as to corrective actions.
• Enforces the provisions and special conditions of right of way encroachment and driveway permits
• Assists Town Engineer in the review of performance guarantee applications.
• Performs street dedication application inspections and coordinates with developers and applicants as appropriate to address any deficiencies or concerns.
• Investigates reported detection of illicit connections and illegal non-point stormwater discharges for compliance.
• Reviews as built and record drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors job site safety for Developer and Town projects, ensuring construction activities are completed in a safe manner and in accordance with all OSHA and Town safety requirements.
• Oversees the completion of Erosion Control reports and Stormwater Control Measure Inspections in accordance with NCDEQ’s requirements.
• Performs detailed calculations and analysis as needed to ensure permit submittals, and construction work performed meets all Town specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively resolves problems or issues as observed.
• Communicates effectively with client, contractor, town staff, and supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Integrates and aligns with organizational culture and leadership philosophy.

• Associates/technical degree with coursework in engineering, construction management, or related field and moderate experience in municipal street and utility construction and/or maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years prior inspection, engineering, or other technical experience is required.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Level II Erosion Control Inspector certification within six months of hire.
• Possession of Stormwater SCM Inspection & Maintenance certification within six months of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain OSHA 10-hour certification within 6 months of hire.
• Possession of NCDOT, ICC, and/or NICET certifications is preferred.
• Prior experience maintaining daily reports and records for construction activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of construction practices, techniques, materials, and equipment relating to public infrastructure.
• General knowledge of engineering plans, specifications, and drawings.
• General knowledge of permits and other regulatory approvals.
• General knowledge of standard hardware and software.
• Some knowledge of GIS mapping and data.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to operate a variety of office and computer equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints and to compare them with various aspects of construction in progress.
• Ability to detect errors in construction projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, citizens, consultants, contractors, engineers, and the public.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, and occasionally requires sitting, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling, and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires visual inspection involving preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires work near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. construction, heavy traffic).

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.