Lead Civil Inspector - Municipal Infrastructure

City of DeLand; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of DeLand is seeking a Senior Engineering Inspector to perform technical field inspections, documentation, and quality assurance oversight for municipal capital projects and private development infrastructure. You will inspect roadways, utilities, and major stormwater facilities while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with the City Engineer.

Responsibilities include enforcing plans and codes, maintaining daily records, supporting pay applications, and serving as lead on inspection

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Ten years of experience in municipal infrastructure construction.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered except licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspects public and private construction projects to ensure adherence to plans, codes and specifications.
• Observes key civil activities such as subgrade prep, base compaction, paving, concrete placement.
• Maintains accurate Daily Inspection Records, logs and project documentation.
• Assists project managers by verifying installed quantities and contractor progress for pay applications.
• Serves as lead field inspector, coordinating inspection schedules and resolving on-site issues.
• Trains and guides junior inspectors and field technicians in municipal inspection practices.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Site plan review and utilities develop

MS4 applications/regulations knowledge

Florida Administrative Code 62-555 & 6

MS Office & municipal databases

Communication and leadership abilities

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Municipal databases

Job description

The City of DeLand is seeking a Senior Engineering Inspector to perform technical field inspections, documentation, and quality assurance oversight for municipal capital projects and private development infrastructure. You will inspect roadways, utilities, and major stormwater facilities while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with the City Engineer.

Responsibilities include enforcing plans and codes, maintaining daily records, supporting pay applications, and serving as lead on inspection