Construction Inspector I (Environmental Services)

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk is seeking a skilled Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector to perform field inspections and ensure VSMP compliance on all construction sites in the city. You will read plans, coordinate with DEQ, and issue notices when non-compliance is found.

The role requires a Virginia DEQ E&S Inspector certification within one year of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and strong ability to communicate code requirements to builders and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction.
• Ability to read site plans and permit documents.
• Ability to inspect land disturbing activities for compliance.
• Ability to communicate code requirements to builders and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret site plans and permit documents.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings and on-site inspections.
• Issue violation notices when needed.
• Coordinate E&S and VSMP compliance with stakeholders.
• Maintain inspection logs and prepare reports and letters.
• Review construction plans and documents for compliance.
• Communicate effectively with City and State agencies.

Skills

Construction inspections

Plan reading

Communication of code requirements

Inspection reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

The Department of City Planning ensures the highest quality of life for present and future generations by providing excellent planning and enforcement services emphasizing the development of safe, healthy and fun communities where people choose to live, work and play. Environmental Services oversees regulatory water quality programs to keep Norfolk in compliance with state and federal laws. This position is for the state mandated Erosion and Sediment Control program.

Assisting with Norfolk’s Erosion and Sediment (E&S) Control and the Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) Construction General Permit field operations and inspections. These programs are state mandated, environmental programs that require bi-monthly inspections on every construction site in the City. The position would conduct E&S and VSMP inspections in Norfolk and would work closely with the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to keep Norfolk in compliance with environmental regulations.

• Reads and interprets site plans and permit documents, conducts visual and physical inspections, examines and evaluates land disturbing activities for compliance with E&S codes and VSMP permit compliance.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings, performs on-site inspections of land disturbing activities, provides inspection reports, and issues violation notices.
• Coordinates E&S control and VSMP compliance with contractors, residents, businesses, and both City and State agencies.
• Performs regular site inspections to ensure that land disturbing activity permit holders erect and maintain proper E&S controls and comply with VSMP standards.
• Interprets the City's Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance and Virginia Storm Water Management Program Permit, as it applies to land disturbing activities, and issues violation notices and/or court summons for non-compliance.
• Updates records and databases, maintains a daily inspection log, composes letters, and various statistical and project status reports.
• Must possess technical skills associated with a background in construction activities, construction management, plan reading, and construction inspection.
• Requires dexterity and mobility to safely navigate around job sites to include bending, stooping, and climbing in order to gain access to the work requiring inspection.
• Must be able to make visual observations and document conformity with E&S and storm water standards and specifications.
• Must be able to work under extreme weather conditions at all times of the year.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Requires ability to review construction plans and documents.
• Requires the ability to appropriately communicate code requirements to builders, contractors, site superintendents, and citizens.

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Required:

• One (1) year of experience in construction.

• Valid Driver’s License required.
• A Virginia DEQ certification as an Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector within one (1) year of appointment.
• Commission as a Special Police Officer within six (6) months. Click Here for additional information.

Work Schedule: M-F, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week ½ hour lunch