Inspection Operations Supervisor - PW - 11/9/26

Charleston County Government; South Carolina; On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking an Inspection Operations Supervisor to lead the CEI team overseeing roadway, sidewalk, and transportation projects in Charleston County. You will coordinate between County Project Managers, the Construction Manager, inspection staff, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and according to specifications.

This role emphasizes leadership in roadway construction inspection and quality assurance, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, supervise, and provide technical guidance to inspection staff responsible for roadway, sidewalk, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate inspection personnel to ensure a high-performing team.
• Schedule and oversee laboratory and field testing of contractor-supplied construction materials.
• Review, monitor, and maintain project documentation, including daily inspection reports, progress reports, timesheets, and photographic/video records.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and the CEI Manager regarding design modifications, change orders, and unforeseen field conditions.
• Ensure quality control through visual inspections, laboratory testing, field testing, and review of construction methods and materials.
• Respond to and resolve field issues, construction challenges, citizen concerns, and project-related complaints.
• Supervise debris assessment and removal activities during EOC activations and emergency response events.
• Keep management informed of project status, accomplishments, concerns, and recommendations for process improvements.
• Communicate regularly with County staff, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and the public to support successful project delivery.
• Attend training sessions, workshops, and industry meetings to remain current on applicable regulations, standards, and best practices.

Skills

Construction inspection

Team leadership

Project coordination

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Construction Technology or Civil Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity: Lead Critical Infrastructure Projects Across Charleston County

Charleston County Public Works is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to oversee our Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) team. As the Inspection Operations Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful construction of Transportation Sales Tax (TST), County Transportation Committee (CTC), and County-funded transportation improvement projects throughout Charleston County.

This position serves as the primary coordinator between County Project Managers, the Construction Manager, inspection staff, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and according to specifications. If you have a strong background in roadway construction inspection, team leadership, and quality assurance, we encourage you to apply.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to lead and develop a highly skilled inspection team.
• Direct involvement in transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life across Charleston County.
• Excellent work-life balance with limited overtime requirements.
• Retirement pension through participation in the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA) Retirement System.
• Great benefits package including (14) paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and parental leave, as well as training opportunities.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $76,315 - $85,945

**Hiring salary dependent upon applicant’s education, experience, skill level, and other

job specific qualifications

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What You Will Do:

• Schedule, supervise, and provide technical guidance to inspection staff responsible for roadway, sidewalk, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate inspection personnel to ensure a high-performing team.
• Schedule and oversee laboratory and field testing of contractor-supplied construction materials.
• Review, monitor, and maintain project documentation, including daily inspection reports, progress reports, timesheets, and photographic and video records.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and the CEI Manager regarding design modifications, change orders, and unforeseen field conditions.
• Ensure quality control through visual inspections, laboratory testing, field testing, and review of construction methods and materials.
• Respond to and resolve field issues, construction challenges, citizen concerns, and project-related complaints.
• Supervise debris assessment and removal activities during Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations and emergency response events.
• Keep management informed of project status, accomplishments, concerns, and recommendations for process improvements.
• Communicate regularly with County staff, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and the public to support successful project delivery.
• Attend training sessions, workshops, and industry meetings to remain current on applicable regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• May be designated as essential personnel and required to report during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experienced construction inspection professionals with strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in roadway construction inspection and testing, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Required certifications:

• South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES)Certified Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI)
• SCDOT Earthwork and Base Course Technician
• SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician (ART)
• SCDOT Hot Mix Asphalt Level I Quality Control Technician

Ability to obtain the following certifications within two (2) years of hire:

• SCDOT Hot Mix Asphalt Level II Job Mix Certification
• SCDOT Level III Quality Control Manager
• APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII)
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician
• SCDOT Concrete Technician Levels I & II