CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of Honolulu is seeking one Construction Inspector in the Department of Planning and Permitting, Site Development Division, to independently inspect subdivision and infrastructure projects for compliance with plans, permits, and city standards.

Responsibilities include field inspections of grading, erosion control, trenching, drainage, and ADA improvements, issuing notices as needed, and ensuring adherence to NPDES requirements, with regular hours but possible shift variations

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience inspecting or supervising construction work.
• High school graduation; or equivalent education; substitution allowed per substitution policy.
• Valid driver’s license (type 3) prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent field inspections of permitted construction and infrastructure projects.
• Inspect grading and erosion control, issue compliance/violation notices, track corrective actions.
• Review trenching and street restoration work, including reinspection and warranty checks.
• Inspect subdivision and frontage improvements (drainage, sewer, pavements, ADA, traffic markings).

Skills

Read construction plans

Inspect workmanship

Estimate quantities

Operate construction equipment

Maintain records

Education

Associate's degree in architectural/engineering drafting

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

“Our Island, Our Future”

Position Information

The Department of Planning and Permitting, Site Development Division, is hiring for one (1) Construction Inspector position in Honolulu. This position independently inspects subdivision and infrastructure construction projects—such as streets, drainage, sewer, storm water, traffic markings, and ADA improvements—to ensure work meets approved plans, permits, City standards, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements.

What You Will Do

• Conducts independent field inspections for permitted construction and infrastructure projects.
• Inspects grading and erosion control, issues compliance/violation notices, and tracks corrective actions.
• Reviews trenching and street restoration work, including reinspection and warranty checks.
• Inspects subdivision and frontage improvements (drainage, sewer, pavements, sidewalks, ADA, traffic markings).
• Investigates complaints and ordinance issues related to grading and trenching; refers cases to appropriate agencies.

Special Working Conditions

• Performs on-site field inspections and investigations which include: climbing ladders, descending into trenches, tanks and manholes; crawling through pipes; carrying, sampling, measuring and testing equipment; and walking on uneven or obstructed surfaces.
• Regular hours anticipated, but may require shift, evening, night, weekend, or holiday weekend to accommodate unusual problems or workload and construction schedules.

Department of Design and Construction, Civil Division, is hiring for one (1) Construction Inspector position in Honolulu. This position performs inspection of the full range of City, State, and/or Federal-funded construction projects in the section involving roadways, bridges, drainage, flood control, ADA improvements, traffic calming and community vision requests for compliance with the contract documents as well as established policies, procedures, and standards.

• $6,090 per month (SR-19) salary includes $1,157 shortage differential**

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/ .

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Education Requirement

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may substitute for education.

Experience Requirement

TWO (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.

Must Be Able To

• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and survey stakes.
• Inspect materials and workmanship for compliance with approved specifications.
• Identify proper construction practices and recognize deviations from standards.
• Estimate quantities of work completed by contractors.
• Operate and understand proper use of construction equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare inspection reports.

Examples Of Qualifying Experience

Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trade supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Substitution

• An Associate's degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.
• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

License Requirement

Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.