Engineering Inspector

City of Coral Springs; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401A retirement

457 Roth & Roth IRA

Free gym membership

Flexible hours

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Coral Springs is seeking a Public Works Inspector to review, inspect and permit construction within the City’s public infrastructure. You will ensure compliance with city, state and federal regulations across streets, sidewalks, utilities and facilities, coordinating with contractors and utility companies through project lifecycles.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, conducting field inspections, and providing guidance on permit procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Works Construction Inspection or related fields.
• FDEP Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• OSHA 10 hours Construction Safety and Health Certificate.
• MOT Intermediate or Advanced Level certification.
• Florida Driver License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Reads, reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications for permit compliance and inspection.
• Coordinates permitted construction activities within public rights-of-way to minimize conflicts and ensure safety.
• Researches and signs off on driveway and telecommunications permits; follow up with contractors and homeowners on utility conflicts.
• Coordinates construction and inspection services with contractors and other agencies; communicates with utility reps, contractors and the public.
• Serves as primary liaison for the City Engineer on construction matters in Public Right-of-Way.
• Oversees all construction activities in the City Right-of-Way by private contractors and city-hired vendors.
• Interprets contractual documents, enforces rules, and authorizes field changes within delegated authority.
• Assists in resolving resident and restoration concerns.
• Performs roadway inspections and interpretation of testing reports.
• Performs site inspections on City projects and conducts inspections; tracks project status and reports deficiencies.
• Supervises water and sewer shutdowns related to construction activities and emergencies.
• Provides pre-construction meeting information and coordinates surveys and soil tests.
• Reviews invoices for contractor payment and reviews GIS maps for staff and records requests.

Skills

Construction plan interpretation

Public rights-of-way coordination

Contractor coordination

Regulatory compliance judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

GIS maps

Job description

Description

Under the direction of the City Engineer this position shall review, inspect and permit construction of all scope types within the public infrastructure domain. Scopes of improvements, modifications and additions include but are not limited to Streets, Sidewalks, Driveways, Stormwater, Water/Sewer Distribution, Water Treatment, City Facilities, Telecommunications and other various construction activities that can be found within Public Rights-of-Way and at City Properties. Inspector shall review construction plans, specifications and field conditions throughout project lifecycles to ensure compliance with all applicable city, state, federal and other regulatory requirements. Full understanding of the permitting review process and regulatory compliance is key to this position.

Examples of Duties

• Reads, reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications for compliance to permit criteria and specifications. Reviews and recommends engineering permits; inspects contractor work in public rights-of-way.
• Coordinates all permitted construction activities within the public right-of-way to minimize conflicts, delays and ensure public safety, proper installations and adequate site restoration.
• Research and signs off on driveway & telecommunication permits for the department and follows up with contractors and homeowners about potential utilities conflicts.
• Coordinates construction and inspection services in cooperation with contractors and other agencies; communicates and confers with representatives of utility companies, contractors, public agencies and the public.
• Serves as the primary liaison for the City Engineer on all construction matters in the Public Right-of-Way.
• Provides oversight for all construction activities performed in the City Right-of-Way by both private contractors and vendors hired by the city.
• Interprets contractual documents, enforces rules and regulations. Authorizes field changes within delegated authority. Uses judgement for elevating concerns to management.
• Assist in resolving resident and restoration concerns.
• Performs roadway inspection including interpretation of testing reports
• Performs site inspections on City's projects; conducts substantial complete and final inspections; keeps data of project status and reports deficiencies.
• Supervises water and sewer shutdowns due to construction activities and for emergency purposes.
• Provides contact information to set up pre-construction jobsite meets before any construction starts.
• Implements, modifies, and revises forms for records, construction progress reports, correspondence, tests; reviews and approves invoices for contractor payment. Schedules and make arrangements for construction survey, soil and material test; conducts a variety of tests on new facilities.
• Inspects, monitors and investigates activities related to compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) to ensure compliance with regulations relative to stormwater runoff from construction sites.
• Reviews and Provides maps/as-builts from GIS as needed for staff and for public records requests.
• Advises department heads and other officials on construction projects that can have a direct impact on city infrastructure.
• Provide technical support and guidance on behalf of the City Engineer to contractors and city staff in the field. Support larger multi-divisional public works projects as needed by the Engineering team.
• Foresee, mitigate and elevate life safety & construction issues; Regarding the health, safety and welfare of fellow employees and the general public, the Inspector utilizes engineering judgement to cease concerning construction activities that pose life safety issues.
• Assist Public Works crews, as necessary.

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Works Construction Inspection, Construction Engineering Inspection or an equivalent combination of education, experience and certification.
• FDEP Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector (or ability to obtain in 6 months)
• OSHA 10 hours Construction Safety and Health Certificate
• MOT Intermediate or Advance Level
• Florida Driver License and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Certifications

• Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• AFSSA Traffic Control Supervisor
• Sign & Pavement Marking Technician (IMSA Level I or II)
• ADA Inspector
• ACI Technician

Supplemental Information

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.

Health, Dental, Vision Coverage

• Active 1st of the month after 30 days
• Spousal exclusion policy applies

Retirement

• 401A (7% City contribution, increases to 9% after 7 years)
• 457 Roth & Roth IRA plan options

Life Insurance

• $75,000 city paid (additional optional life and other voluntary insurance plans available)

Long Term Disability

• Paid by City

Holidays

• 11 days per year

Wellbeing Hours

• Up to 40 hours awarded per year

Annual Leave

• 104 hours annually, increases after fifth year

Sick Leave

• 96 hours annually; sick leave incentive plan

Family Friendly

• Flexible hours and schedules to accommodate employee and City needs
• City employee children enrollment preference at Coral Springs Charter School

Employee Recognition

• Annual performance feedback and merit increases
• Shining Star and Bright Spot monetary recognition awards

Well Being

• Behavioral Health Access Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Employee Health & Wellness Center
• Free Gym Membership
• Free Yoga Classes
• Wellness Portal
• Wellness Education (Lunch & Learns)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free onsite health coaching
• Discounts through Tickets at Work

Full-time employment with the City of Coral Springs qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness once you meet all requirements. Please check the website for more details.

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