Senior Engineering Inspector

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

SENIOR ENGINEERING INSPECTOR

Department: 202/Engineering

Exempt: No

Reports To: Deputy City Engineer

Pay Grade/Wage: 115/$33.16/Hourly

Position Type: Full-Time

Hours: 40 hrs/week

Job Summary

The Senior Engineering Inspector performs technical field inspections, documentation, and quality assurance oversight for municipal capital improvement projects and private development infrastructure. This position inspects roadways, utility systems, and major stormwater facilities while providing technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to junior inspection staff. The Inspector exercises considerable independence and initiative, while conferring with the City Engineer and other City staff as appropriate.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects public and private construction projects, including municipal capital improvements and development work, to ensure adherence to approved plans, codes, and specifications.
• Observes key civil activities such as subgrade preparation, base compaction, paving, concrete placement, sidewalk grading, and ADA ramp construction.
• Evaluates storm sewers, sidewalks, driveways, and stormwater treatment systems for proper installation and compliance.
• Confirms and documents required quality assurance testing for soils, concrete, asphalt, base materials, bedding, backfill, and stormwater components.
• Enforces FDEP requirements by inspecting erosion control measures, inlet protection, turbidity barriers, and dewatering operations.
• Ensures compliance with MOT plans, Sunshine 811 protocols, OSHA standards, and FDOT safety requirements.
• Issues verbal warnings, written correction notices, and recommends stop work orders when significant non-compliance or safety hazards occur.
• Maintains accurate Daily Inspection Records, logs, reports, and project documentation reflecting site conditions, progress, and deficiencies.
• Assists project managers and engineers by verifying installed quantities and contractor progress for pay applications.
• Serves as lead field inspector, coordinating inspection schedules, and resolving on site issues.
• Addresses resident concerns, property access issues, and commercial impacts professionally and promptly.
• Participates in pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings to provide field-based input on constructability and site conditions.
• Trains and guides junior inspectors and field technicians in municipal inspection practices and standards.
• Reports to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and performs assigned emergency response duties during and after major storm events or other civic emergencies, if needed.
• Performs additional related responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering Technology or related field is required; bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Ten (10) years of experience and knowledge gained in municipal infrastructure construction.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements except for licensure/certification requirements.

LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• FDOT CTQP (Construction Training Qualification Program) certifications (Earthwork, Concrete, Asphalt) or equivalent inspection certifications are highly desirable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Should be proficient in preparing memos, reports, work orders and other documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, City officials, other agency officials, civic groups and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety manuals, work orders, operation guides, legal documents, instructions, letters, memos, journals, and maps relative to public works projects.
• Ability to organize, assign, and supervise the work activities of others.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of principles and procedures of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of design and construction of public facilities.
• Knowledge of site plan review and subdivision development of utilities.
• Knowledge of Florida Administrative Code 62-555 and 62-610
• Knowledge of MS4 applications and regulations.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and municipal databases.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may reach, climb, walk, stand, stoop, drive, balance or push to complete job task. The employee will work primarily outside in various weather conditions and environments, from heights and/or on uneven surfaces, as well as in an office to fulfill administrative responsibilities. Will also work in or with moving vehicles and/or equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Lift 45-75 Pounds
• Vision: 20/20 or corrected to 20/100
• Environment: Office Work and Outside Work in Various Conditions
• Hearing: Moderate to High Noise Levels for Work Environment

Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.