Inspector 2 (Field Engineering)

City of Detroit; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Detroit's Detroit Water and Sewerage Department seeks an Inspector II to oversee contractor construction services for major and minor projects to improve and expand the DWSD system. The role emphasizes quality control, safety, and compliance with plans and specifications.

You will review plans, supervise materials testing, prepare reports, attend meetings, and assist engineers in resolving construction issues while ensuring timely payments and adherence to schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specs.
• Knowledge of OSHA/MIOSHA safety regulations and local codes.
• Experience with construction materials testing and quality control.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and logs for tracking.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications and provide detailed information of factors or issues that may affect construction projects.
• Maintain quality control standards by assuring inspection and field or laboratory testing of all construction materials, supplies and equipment used on construction projects.
• Prepare daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting.
• Advise and assist the engineer in refining requests, securing corrections to defective work, errors and omissions in the design to avoid a non-compliance report.
• Attend construction meetings and monitor work schedules to determine progress and prepare estimates for contract payments.
• Ensure safety regulations are enforced on construction sites and wear PPE.
• Provide on the job training.

Skills

Precise observations

Report writing

Survey instruments

Advanced technology

Oral & written communication

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

This is not a Civil Service Position. DWSD employees are subject to provisions of Court Orders entered in United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division, Case No. 77-71100 with regard to certain terms and conditions of employment. DWSD does not honor reversion rights for internal candidates.

Applicants for open positions at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

SUMMARY

The Inspector II is responsible for the execution of contractor construction services for major and smaller projects required for the improvement and expansion of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department System.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Review and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications, and provide detailed information of factors or issues that may affect construction projects. Maintain quality control standards by assuring inspection and field or laboratory testing of all construction materials, supplies and equipment used on construction projects. Prepare daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting. Advise and assist the engineer in refining requests, securing corrections to defective work, errors and omissions in the design to avoid a non-compliance report. Attend construction meetings. Monitor work schedules to determine progress and prepare estimates for contract payments. Ensure safety regulations are enforced on construction sites. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). A valid Michigan Driver's License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain. Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties. Provide on the job training.

RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS

Coordinate training classes and equipment commissioning scheduled by contractors. Compile, maintain and store records, drawings and plans related to assigned construction projects. Perform related work duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Water distribution and wastewater collection processes, equipment and systems
• Green Stormwater Infrastructure
• Principles and practices of engineering and construction management
• Safety regulations such as OSHA, MIOSHA, and other applicable local and state codes, rules and policies
• Construction specifications, standards and materials testing requirements
• Basic Geographic Information Systems

SKILL TO

• Conduct and record precise observations
• Prepare clear and accurate reports
• Use survey instruments, tools and other equipment
• Use advanced technology
• Provide strong oral communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills

ABILITY TO

• Read and interpret contract drawings/specification and schematics
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Provide training and evaluation as a subject matter expert on technical topics
• Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problems
• Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
• Direct team activities or to work as a team member
• Review and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications, and provide detailed information of factors or issues that may affect construction projects
• Maintain quality control standards by assuring inspection and field or laboratory testing of all construction materials, supplies and equipment used on construction projects
• Review operation and maintenance manuals, work plan schedule updates and process pay applications submitted by contractors
• Attend construction meetings
• Review material test certification and documentation
• Participate in final inspections of work completed before final contract closeout and issuance of certification of completion
• Verify and report work to engineer that deviates from the requirements of the detailed specifications and contract drawings
• Advise and assist the engineer in refining requests, securing corrections to defective work, errors and omissions in the design to avoid a non-compliance report
• Coordinate warranty repairs as requested
• Take photographs on construction sites
• Monitor work schedules to determine progress and prepare estimates for contract payments
• Ensure safety regulations are enforced on construction sites
• Report MISS DIG
• Issue urban and suburban permits and equipment shutdown request
• Oversee leak repair and restoration
• Prepare daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting
• Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
• Provide on the job training
• Perform related work duties as assigned
• Prepare, review and revise work schedules as needed
• Issue field orders
• Secure and distribute reference tools and materials relative to construction projects
• Estimate inspection staffing and equipment needs for proposed construction projects
• Approve estimated work completed for monthly progress payments
• Conduct progress payment meetings
• Prepare and issue progress payment certificates
• Review shop drawing submittals, requests-for-interpretation, meeting minutes, authorizations-to-proceed, change authorizations, construction change directives, change orders and other correspondences of jobs
• Perform inspections of project sites to ensure contract compliance, quantity and quality of work
• Conduct soils, base, concrete and material testing