Senior Construction Inspector — Public Utilities & Projects

City of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Sacramento is hiring a Construction Inspector to observe workmanship and materials on public and private infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with laws, standards and plans. The role requires knowledge of construction management practices and effective communication.

The ideal candidate has experience inspecting public infrastructure, familiarity with underground utility construction, and adherence to City requirements. Strong teamwork and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or certificate in Construction Management or Construction Supervision and Inspection plus one year of sub professional engineering experience or journey level public works/utility construction experience.
• Two years experience comparable to Construction Inspector I in the City of Sacramento.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials and construction work product for City capital improvement and private projects to insure compliance with the contract documents.
• Prepare documentation and reports in accordance with City standard construction management and inspection procedures.
• Coordinate work with other City departments and utilities.
• Prepare as-built plans for completed projects.
• Review and monitor construction schedule to insure construction is progressing in accordance with contract requirements.
• Perform estimates and documentation of work complete for progress payments.

Skills

Engineering plans

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year degree or certificate in Construction Management or Construction Supervision and Inspection

Tools

Surveying instruments

Job description

City of Sacramento is hiring a Construction Inspector to observe workmanship and materials on public and private infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with laws, standards and plans. The role requires knowledge of construction management practices and effective communication.

The ideal candidate has experience inspecting public infrastructure, familiarity with underground utility construction, and adherence to City requirements. Strong teamwork and reporting skills are essential.