Senior Inspector

Lvvwd; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,748,000 - 138,861,000; Full time

Job summary

The LVVWD is seeking a Senior Inspector to perform detailed inspections of multi-disciplined public works, waterworks and utility construction projects at the Valley View Campus in Las Vegas. Under general supervision, you will review plans, ensure contract compliance, and prepare inspection reports.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication, manage inspections across multiple contracts, and coordinate with contractors, engineers and internal/external customers.

Qualifications

• Familiar with public works construction laws and codes.
• Ability to interpret and analyze plans and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to manage inspections across multiple contracts.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of multi-disciplined public works, waterworks and utility construction projects.
• Prepare project inspection reports and assist in the change order process.
• Meet with contractors/engineers and attend design reviews, preconstruction and progress meetings.

Skills

Public works inspection

Communication skills

Reading plans & specs

Attention to detail

Job description

Senior Inspector

Open Date: 09/22/26

Close Date: 10/22/26

Salary: $42.14 per hour

Job Type: Regular

Location: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas

For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at [e-mail].

HOURS OF WORK: 4/10's, 6:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-Th

FILING DEADLINE: The first 100 applications submitted ON or BEFORE 11:59pm, Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

The ideal candidate for this position would demonstrate proficiency in using construction management applications and other electronic tools daily for reporting purposes; exhibit outstanding written and verbal communication skills, thereby maintaining an excellent working relationship with a variety of internal and external customers; and demonstrate the ability to manage inspection services on multiple contracts and in various stages of construction.

Introduction

Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

General Purpose

Under general supervision, performs detailed complex inspections of multi-disciplined public works, waterworks and utility construction projects; integrates plans, details and specifications to ensure construction and contract compliance; prepares project inspection reports; assists in the change order process; meets with contractors and/or engineers and attends design reviews, preconstruction, and progress meetings, including construction affecting transmission system rights-of-way; monitors and inspects construction activities within rights-of-way to ensure that transmission lines, fiber optic and telemetry cable, cathodic protection equipment and other structures are not damaged and proper grade level separations are maintained; travels pipeline inspection routes; and performs related duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of

• Laws, statutes, codes and ordinances governing public works construction projects involving water facility construction including American Concrete Institute (ACI), National Electric Code (NEC), American Water Works Association (AWWA), American Society for Testing and Material Standards (ASTM), other federal, state, county and city regulations and applicable District and Bureau of Reclamation standards, requirements and procedures
• common engineering construction principles, methods and techniques
• proper usage of construction materials and equipment
• water system operation, installation and applicable District procedures
• safety requirements and procedures pertaining to work practices
• theories, principles and practices of engineering, hydraulics, electronics and chemistry at a level applicable to assigned duties
• engineering mathematics, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry
• asphalt paving and structural concrete
• pump and motor operation
• surveying principles, methods and techniques
• compaction principles, methods and techniques
• design and layout of the water transmission and pipeline network including location, size and elevation of transmission lines, fiber optic cable, wire cable (electrical and signal), cathodic protection, microwave and other facilities

Ability to

• Analyze and interpret varied and complex water facility construction plans and specifications
• operate and use a wide variety and brand