Construction Inspector

City of Kissimmee; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kissimmee seeks a Construction Inspection professional to monitor private and public work within public rights-of-way, ensuring compliance with laws and construction specs. Responsibilities include responding to public inquiries and coordinating between contractors, property owners, and utilities.

The role requires reviewing plans, permits, and soil reports, directing soil testing, and maintaining detailed project records.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with 3–5 years in Public Works construction.
• Must hold a valid Florida driver's license.
• FEMA ICS certifications (100, 200, 700) within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction within right-of-way to ensure compliance with regulations and specs.
• Review project plans, right-of-way permits, and quantities for accuracy.
• Notify contractors of deviations and errors.
• Coordinate field activities and resolve plan conflicts.
• Maintain project records and required reports; ensure completeness.
• Respond to inquiries from City employees and the public.

Skills

Construction inspection

Public Works experience

Public inquiries

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV video inspection

Soil testing

Job description

General Statement of Job

Under occasional supervision, inspects private and public construction within a public right-of-way or easement to ensure compliance with legal regulations and construction specifications. Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints pertaining to construction projects. Performs related technical and administrative work as required. Reports to the Construction Coordinator.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Inspects private and public construction within a public right-of-way or easement to ensure compliance with legal regulations and construction specifications. Inspects driveways, sidewalks, drainage systems, erosion control systems, and storm pipes.

Inspects , streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, erosion control systems, storm pipes, storm drainage, and related construction. Inspects and measures materials used in construction.

Notifies contractors of deviations and errors.

Reviews project plans and right-of-way permits, specifications and quantities for accuracy.

Coordinates field and plan conflicts and provide recommendations as necessary.

Reviews soil reports; directs soil testing. Reviews CCTV video inspection of piping systems to identify defects, obstructions, joint issues or other deficiencies.

Inspect maintenance of traffic operations, OSHA requirements and other safety operations.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date project records; prepares required reports. Ensures that all reports and required records are complete and in compliance with project plans and specifications.

Coordinates activities between the contractor, property owners and utility companies.

Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from City employees, agencies, and the general public regarding department activities and projects within City of Kissimmee Right-of-way.

Interacts with the public and various contractors, private entities as well as multiple public agencies on behalf of city officials, which involves various tasks such as contacting, scheduling, reporting, and resolving both technical and non-technical issues.

Minimum Education and Training

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by 3 to 5 years of experience in construction related to Public Works, and private development projects, such as grading, paving, sidewalk construction, trails, and stormwater, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida driver’s license. Must possess or obtain the most current FEMA 100, 200, and 700 Incident Command System certifications within 6 months of appointment to the job.

Working Conditions

Works mostly outdoors in all types of weather with minimal office environment

Other

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.