Job Information
CITY OF SOUTH BEND Project Inspector - Engineering in South Bend, Indiana
Title
Project Inspector - Engineering
Open Date
1/7/2025
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Bargaining / Non-Bargaining
Non-Bargaining
Division
Public Works
Location
Engineering
Reports To
Manager, Public Construction
Schedule
7am to 3:30pm or 7:30am to 4pm
Pay Rate
up to $65,535
Description
Salary up to: $65,535
Definition: Perform inspection for a variety of heavy construction, highway, building, and public works construction projects.
Essential JobFunctions:
Serves as a resident inspector for buildings, sewer, water and roadway construction projects. Monitors construction projects ensuring quality construction methods in accordance to plans and specifications.
Maintains construction records. Processes a variety of records used to keep track of performance. material testing and quantities.
Responsible for field testing and documentation of materials used. Tests materials such as concrete, asphalt and soils for adherence to specifications.
Reviews plans for Public Works construction.
Provides survey advice to various City Departments including right of ways, street elevation and drainage problems.
Determine property ownership from public records.
Non-Essential/MarginalFunctions: * Assumes additional responsibilities as requested.
Qualifications: Any combination equivalent to a college degree in civil engineering and/or six years of experience in construction and/or civil engineering. Some specialized training or work experience in land/route surveying. A working knowledge of public works construction practices and materials. Ability to inspect construction work for adherence to codes and specifications; ability to deal effectively with contractors and the public; knowledge of personal computers and related software in a networked environment, including Excel and Word Perfect. Valid driver's license.
Environmental/WorkConditions: Work is performed at a variety of locations: the County-City Building office, on job sites and in or on facilities under construction in ambient weather. Occasionally move and lift 80 pounds.
Equipment:
Personal Computer (laptop)
Surveying Equipment
Automobile
Magnetic locator
Position Requirements
Required
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Background Check