Capital Projects Inspector

County of San Luis Obispo; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of San Luis Obispo's Public Works Department seeks a Capital Projects Inspector to join the team. Under direction, the inspector provides inspection services for capital improvement, facility construction, and remodeling projects, and assists in project coordination.

This role requires reviewing plans, conducting field inspections, and coordinating with consultants, contractors, and engineers; you must hold a California driver’s license and have a related degree and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building and public works construction principles.
• Familiarity with building materials and codes.
• Understanding of construction management principles.
• Ability to schedule and negotiate.
• Knowledge of Public Contracts Code.

Responsibilities

• Review building plans for conformance with legal requirements.
• Perform field inspections for conformance with plans and codes.
• Process payments, change orders, and POs.
• Coordinate with county officials, consultants, contractors, architects, and engineers on projects.
• Prepare records and reports related to construction projects.

Skills

Building construction knowledge

Construction management

Plan review

Scheduling

Public Contracts Code

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Job description

The County of San Luis Obispo's Public Works Department is looking for a Capital Projects Inspector to join our team. Under direction, Capital Projects Inspectors perform inspection services for County capital improvement, facility construction, and remodeling projects; assists in capital project coordination activities; and performs other related work as required.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

• Works under direction as a project inspector
• Reviews building plans for conformance with legal requirements
• Makes field inspections for conformance with plans, contract documents, building codes, and County ordinances
• Processes payments, purchase orders and change orders
• May act as coordinating liaison among County officials, consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, in a variety of construction projects
• Prepares a variety of records and reports relating to construction projects

Knowledge of:

• The principles and techniques of building and public works construction
• Building materials and various building codes
• Construction management principles
• Scheduling and negotiating
• Public Contracts Codes.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret building plans and specifications
• Detect violations and report them
• Ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications in a firm and impartial manner
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Maintain accurate records and reportsBe physically capable of moving safely around construction sites.

Education and Experience

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field,AND;
Either A:Four years of experience in building design, construction management, or construction inspection.
OR B:Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the Associate Capital Projects Coordinator classification.

Licenses and Certificates

This classification requires driving as an essential job function. A valid California driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

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