Construction Inspector Jobs in Olathe, KS (NOW HIRING)

Inspections.  Conducts field inspections for installations of streets and curbs, storm sewer systems, roadway subgrade, and concrete flatwork to ensure compliance with City construction standards and specifications.  Attends pre-construction and progress meetings for assigned projects.  Performs complex construction or utility problem solving. 

Project Monitoring.  Assists in the review of construction plans during the design phase.  Prepares daily inspection reports, measures quantities, and calculates pay estimates for assigned projects during the construction phase.  Conducts wage rate interviews with contractors’ employees to ensure compliance with federal wages when necessary.  Conducts walk-throughs and provides documentation during the punch list, final acceptance and two (2) year maintenance periods on projects.

Quality Control Testing.  Completes and coordinates field testing of concrete, asphalt, and soils for compliance with construction standards.

Safety.  Familiarity with safety requirements of the job and general work area, and follows all safety procedures.  Identifies and reports workplace hazards.  Ensures that proper traffic control is established per the MUTCD on assigned projects.

Computer Knowledge and Math Fundamentals: Understands word processing applications: can develop, edit or maintain databases, spreadsheets, and/or other specialized software.  Understands and performs standard mathematical computations.

Technical Assistance.  Provides technical assistance to other City departments as requested.

Stormwater Inspection. Participates in the inspection of stormwater facilities as part of the City’s pipe replacement program, stormwater projects, or as needed.

Pavement Management.  Participates in the inspection of mill and overlay operations as part of the City’s annual pavement management program as needed.

Traffic Operations.  Observes traffic operations as directed by the Traffic Engineer and responds to citizen inquiries as needed.  Collects, organizes, and summarizes traffic data as required.  Completes written reports as requested.

Emergency Operations.  Participates in snow removal, ice control and other emergency operations during off-duty times and during regular work hours.

Minimum Qualifications

The Construction Inspector is a Career Development position that includes a I, II, and Senior level, based on experience.

Minimum Qualifications for a Construction Inspector I

• High School diploma or equivalent with additional course work in construction or civil engineering technology.

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in non-professional construction inspection, engineering, or surveying.

• A Commercial Driver’s License Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment.

The hiring salary range for a Construction Inspector I begins at $24.50 per hour (DOQ).

Minimum Qualifications for a Construction Inspector II

• High School diploma or equivalent with additional course work in construction or civil engineering technology.

• A minimum of four (4) years' experience in non-professional construction inspection, engineering, or surveying.

• A Commercial Driver’s License Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment.

• Successful completion of the Kansas Department of Transportation Certified Inspection and Testing Training Program.

The hiring salary range for a Construction Inspector II begins at $26.25 per hour (DOQ).

Minimum Qualifications for a Sr Construction Inspector

• High School diploma or equivalent with additional course work in construction or civil engineering technology.

• A minimum of seven (7) years' experience in non-professional construction inspection, engineering, or surveying.

• A Commercial Driver’s License Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment. 

• Successful completion of the following certifications and programs or approved equal:

  • Kansas Department of Transportation Certified Inspection and Testing Training Program.

  • American Concrete Institute (ACI) certification requirement for concrete field testing.

  • ATSSA Traffic Control Technician Certification Course or approved equal.

  • Asphalt Institute Academy Paving Inspector Certification Program

The hiring salary range for a Sr Construction Inspector begins at $28 per hour (DOQ).

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed above may also be considered.

Work Schedule

This position generally works 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). This position may be required to respond and participate in snow removal and ice control operations during off-duty times when necessary to mitigate the emergency.  Emergency response shifts begin upon call-in and can occur anytime, day or night, seven days per week INCLUDING HOLIDAYS. Typical emergency shifts are twelve hours on and a minimum of eight hours off between shifts.  This position may be required to work overtime to accommodate contractors' work schedules.

Additional Statements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The City of Shawnee reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities of job descriptions to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. The job description is not a contract or guarantee of employment.

The City of Shawnee complies with federal and state equal opportunity laws. It is the City's policy to provide an equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or familial status, or any other basis protected by state or federal law, in regard to hire, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, dismissal, discipline and other conditions of employment. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to apply or further information if needed, please contact Human Resources at (913) 742-6253.