Construction Inspector II

City of Leavenworth, Kansas; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government entity in Leavenworth is seeking a Construction Inspector II to oversee compliance with construction specifications for various public works projects. Responsibilities include inspections, project management assistance, and acting as a liaison with contractors and the public. Candidates must have experience in construction and the ability to obtain necessary certifications. This position offers opportunities to support community infrastructure development while applying engineering knowledge.

Qualifications

• 2+ years general construction experience in various public works.
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction sites for compliance with specifications.
• Assist in project management for public works projects.
• Liaise with contractors and prepare reports on inspections.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Demonstrated communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Certification as a Level II-AC LPA Inspector

Job description

Position Title

Construction Inspector II

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering

Retirement

KPERS

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Date

March 09, 2026

General Purpose

This is a technical position in the area of construction inspection, interpretation of plans and specifications, documentation of construction activities and other related engineering work. Performs a wide variety of routine technical engineering related work for environmental, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs.

Supervision Received

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Project Manager.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews project specifications and confers with Public Works Director, Deputy Director and/or Project Manager concerning assistance required such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, evaluation of field conditions, design changes, and reports.
• Assists in project management for the construction of municipally public works projects.
• Inspects new construction, renovation and repair work for quality, material and workmanship to ensure all work complies with specifications, ordinances, City standards and contract documents.
• Acts as a liaison for the Public Works Department with contractors, utility companies, general public and other city agencies. Conducts on-site construction meetings with various entities involved.
• Performs and documents sanitary system acceptance testing, prepares reports detailing tests conducted and results.
• Drafts and calculates field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress pay estimates, calculates dimensions, profiles, specifications, and quantities of materials such as pipe, concrete, and other construction materials.
• Assists in surveys of project sites to obtain and analyze topographical details of sites and prepares necessary drawings to communicate this information.
• Uses electronic or paper resources to research records, maps and other data to obtain typical engineering data such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc. and zoning district designations or special property assessments.
• Inspects construction site to determine conformance of site to design specifications including proper placement and maintenance of erosion control measures.
• Assists engineers to ensure that construction and repair of transportation, water or wastewater systems meet control requirements.
• Assists in the review of private project development plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering plans and specifications.
• Assists in the maintenance of engineering and infrastructure records.
• Prepares and drafts as-built plans for street, sewer or light systems using digital and paper systems.
• Reviews applications for utility permits, street use permits, franchise utility permits, etc.
• Recommends to others on whether to issue or not to issue routine permits.
• Performs routine inspections related to land disturbance permits and erosion control measures and maintains related records.
• Coordinates sidewalk inspection, maintenance and enforcement programs.
• Assists in the development of pavement management systems.
• Performs a variety of office related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, maps, presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering phones and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Peripheral Duties

May serve as a member of various employee committees.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years general construction experience (footing/foundation walls, streets, sewers, bridges).
• Certification by the Kansas Department of Transportation as a Level II-AC LPA Inspector, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Some knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting; some knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting Division activities.
• Demonstrated ___