The selected candidate will plan and oversee the inspection of construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, and standards. This position is responsible for planning and scheduling inspections, supervising subordinate activities, coordinating with contractors, reviewing project documentation, and resolving problems. This position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plans and implements projects; reports progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to impact Chesapeake and its residents positively, consider joining our engineering team!
Essential Functions for Construction Inspector Supervisor :

• Coordinates or determines time, place or sequence of operations or activities based on analysis of data or information and may implement and report on operations and activities.
• Supervises and participates in subordinate activities such as conducting field inspections and field tests of materials on construction site.
• Evaluates pavement conditions on City streets using a variety of measuring devices.
• Coordinates with construction contractors, and engineers to accomplish goals, communicate information, and make recommendations for any changes and/or improvements.
• Reviews project documentation such as plans, contracts, specifications, and field reports to determine progress and ensure accuracy of construction and inspection operations.
• Investigates and resolves minor engineering problems with construction projects including acting as intermediary for engineers and responding to citizen inquiries.
• Negotiates, prepares, reviews, and/or approves information such as budgets, cost estimates, expenditures, contractor invoices, and project change orders.
• Develops and oversees related projects and programs such as the road evaluation system, and damage prevention and assessment.
• Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
• Performs as a lead inspector on large/complex jobs.
• Performs related tasks as necessary such as coordinating training and transportation for subordinate staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.PDN-9e8f6caf-5b8d-4c06-afc1-2285c76d654f