What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Inspector - Engineering position at City of South Bend?
*Position will start on or after January 1, 2025*
Salary Range: up to $65,000 annually
SUMMARY: Performs inspection for a variety of heavy construction, highway, building, and public works construction projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
- Serves as a resident inspector for buildings, sewer, water and roadway construction projects. Monitors construction projects ensuring quality construction methods in accordance to plans and specifications.
- Maintains construction records. Processes a variety of records used to keep track of performance. material testing and quantities.
- Responsible for field testing and documentation of materials used. Tests materials such as concrete, asphalt and soils for adherence to specifications.
- Reviews plans for Public Works construction.
- Provides survey advice to various City Departments including right of ways, street elevation and drainage problems.
- Determine property ownership from public records.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assume additional responsibilities as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to a college degree in civil engineering and/or six years of experience in construction and/or civil engineering. Some specialized training or work experience in land/route surveying. A working knowledge of public works construction practices and materials. Ability to inspect construction work for adherence to codes and specifications; ability to deal effectively with contractors and the public; knowledge of personal computers and related software in a networked environment, including Excel and Word. Valid driver’s license.
EQUIPMENT: Personal computer (laptop), Automobile, Surveying Equipment, Magnetic Locator
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed at a variety of locations: the County-City Building Office, on job sites, and in or on facilities under construction in ambient weather. Occasionally move and lift 80 pounds.
Salary : $65,000
