Bridge Inspector for Movable Bridges

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 115,391,000 - 141,896,000; Full time

Job summary

Multnomah County Department of Community Services, Transportation Division is seeking a full-time Construction Inspector - Bridges (Engineering Technician 3). This role partners with County Project Managers on capital improvements across Willamette River bridges and oversees complex bridge rehabilitation projects.

You will ensure high-quality, compliant work on electrical, mechanical, and structural components, and you may lead other inspectors while coordinating with county staff, consultants,

Qualifications

• Equivalent to an Associate degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering, surveying technology, construction management, or related field
• Three (3) to six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in public works bridge and roadway construction inspection
• Valid driver license

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection of bridge and/or road projects, which may include reinforced concrete and structural steel installation, shop fabrication, paint, surveys, grading, surfacing, drainage and others
• Keep construction inspection records and prepare reports; lead the project quality and quantity documentation and closeout process
• Mentor and coach less experienced staff
• Coordinate and schedule day-to-day inspections, facilitate communication between the parties involved in the delivery of capital projects including County staff, consultant engineers, and construction contractors
• Serve as a subject matter expert on construction standards, practices, laws and regulations
• Review project plans and specifications
• Plan and administer multiple smaller projects or parts of a larger project
• Coordinate project safety and quality assurance functions; and
• Assist in developing standards and procedures.

Education

Associate degree in engineering, surveying technology, construction management, or related field

Job description

Multnomah County Department of Community Services, Transportation Division is seeking a full-time Construction Inspector - Bridges (Engineering Technician 3). This role partners with County Project Managers on capital improvements across Willamette River bridges and oversees complex bridge rehabilitation projects.

You will ensure high-quality, compliant work on electrical, mechanical, and structural components, and you may lead other inspectors while coordinating with county staff, consultants,