Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

The City of Bellevue is a leader in developing innovative capital transportation projects which include many differing modes of travel. With a population of more than 150000 it is the fifth largest city in the State of Washington and spans more than 31 square miles between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish. We are seeking a full-time Senior Construction Project Inspectorto lead a variety of construction inspection activities for City Transportation Capital Improvement (CIP) projects.

• Inspect Transportation Capital Improvement projects including streets sidewalks and trails bicycle facilities walls bridges and tunnels utilities signals ITS and lighting systems planting and restoration areas for compliance with approved plans specifications and contract agreements as well as applicable Federal State and City standards permits codes and regulations.
• Documents contractors daily work efforts staffing and equipment through daily inspection reports.
• Interpret plans and specifications and evaluate deviations from specified construction procedures and work with the construction management team to identify impacts estimate any associated cost and evaluate deviations affecting the project budget and schedule.
• Resolve in the field features of the construction plans and specifications that are in conflict with existing features or will not work as designed. Requires field decisions to be made quickly so contractors work may proceed without delays.
• Prepare payment estimates by measuring calculating preparing documentation and monitoring contract payments force account work and change orders.
• Review of preliminary and final plans and specifications for compliance with engineering standards and constructability.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings and work progress with design and construction project managers contractors subcontractors other inspectors consultants other city staff property owners (citizens and businesses) franchise utilities and local state and federal agencies.
• Maintain constant awareness of progress on assigned projects. Ensure proper schedule and progress documentation.
• Ensure proper construction procedures and materials are utilized in the construction of projects.
• Inspects directs and approves activities for proper use and placement of traffic control devices to assure compliance with Traffic Control Plans the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and permit conditions.
• Oversees and verifies compliance with ADA requirements.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with City consultant inspectors consulting engineers contractors property owners businesses city staff media and the public.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Works under the direct supervision of the Sr. Construction Inspection Supervisor.
• Works as part of a construction management team assigned to specific projects under the general authority of the assigned construction project manager.
• Works as part of the overall Construction Division under the general supervision of the Construction Division Manager.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of construction methods materials testing procedures and contractor practices in the following areas: structural walls drilled shafts rebar installation reinforced concrete roadway surfacing storm sewer water earthwork concrete flatwork landscaping irrigation construction scheduling and work sequencing signalization illumination channelization and basic surveying and lay out.
• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles practices and methods applicable to transportation construction projects. Knowledge of applicable standards and regulations relating to construction inspection safety and traffic control; considerable knowledge of public works inspection methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of project management skills and techniques involving budget management contract administration and management negotiation critical path scheduling risk management project coordination submittal review evaluation and approval project status reports project scope creep management contingency planning resource constraints and allocations project acceptance and occupancy project closeout project audit preparation and project claims preparation and defense.
• Experience and knowledge of WSDOT Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Public Works construction Documentation is preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting technical standards complex construction drawings plans permit conditions and specifications.
• Knowledge and experience with inspection of roadway elements asphalt concrete pavement grading and placement including knowledge with super elevation application and cross slopes.
• Knowledge and experience with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) with regard to the construction and inspection of ADA ramps and facilities.
• Knowledge of safety procedures traffic control and safety and the ability to obtain certification with the designation of a Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS).
• Knowledge of environmental requirements and regulations erosion control procedures and practices and the ability to obtain a certification with the designation of Certified Erosion and Sedimentation Control Lead (CESCL).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical and procedural information both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge and experience in using Microsoft office applications including SharePoint.
• Ability to make and defend unpopular decisions and to know when to request assistance.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and confined areas.
• Ability to work overtime with minimal advance notice.
• Possess a high level of discipline and integrity and strong customer service skills.
• Current valid Washington State Drivers License and good driving record and the ability to maintain a good driving record in accordance with City standards.

Education Experience and Other Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university preferably with a degree in Civil Engineering technology Construction Engineering Construction Technology or Construction Management.
• Five or more years of professional related experience in engineering project management construction inspection or other related fields.
• Or any equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

Physical Demands:The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms in both an office and construction site setting.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
• Work may routinely require the employee to climb balance bend stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl.

Standard work hours will be from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday (work hours may change to accommodate contractor work activity).

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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