Construction Inspector, Senior

Bothell, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 97289 - 123665

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

Please note: Application may not be accepted if it is incomplete. Adding your resume and/or cover letter in lieu of the application may not be accepted as well.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Construction Inspector to join our Public Works Department responsible for inspecting roads utilities and other infrastructure improvements constructed as part of private development projects through all phases of construction and improvement. This advanced journey-level role offers the opportunity to apply independent judgment and initiative while ensuring compliance with codes regulations and quality standards.

Recruitment information:
The first round of applications will be reviewed on Wednesday December 3 2025.

What will you do in this position

Inspect and monitor complex private development projects including industrial commercial and residential through all construction phases to ensure improvements alterations and repairs comply with applicable State and local regulations.
Independently review plans and specifications of assigned work prior to permit issuance.
Perform field inspections to evaluate and validate the work performed; verifies quality of workmanship quality of materials used and compliance with plans specifications and applicable codes and regulations.
Proactively assist contractors with problems and concerns; anticipates problems and pursues solutions.
Assist the public and other agencies in matters relating to PWD projects; serves as a liaison between engineering operations contractors and developers; explains City codes policies procedures and regulations; provides information and recommendations.

A successful candidate in this position will:

Take initiative to address issues proactively using interpersonal skills to navigate conflict.
Learn and adapt to new tools and systems with ease to support work efficiency.
Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and pursue continuous improvement.
Respect and value different backgrounds experiences and perspectives.
Strengthen internal and external partnerships to enhance collective success.
Integrate feedback constructively to improve efficiency and service quality.
Uphold high standards of service in support of organizational and community goals.

About City of Bothell:

The City is comprised of 13.6 square miles within both King and Snohomish Counties and is home to 51760 people (2025). This figure is projected to grow to nearly 75000 over the next 20 years in tandem with Bothells increasingly vibrant downtown and life sciences employment cluster near the I-405 corridor.
Learn more about the Citys Organizational Values and the Bothells City Council 2040 Vision and Strategic Priorities.
Learn more about the City of Bothells Public Work Department here!

To read the full job description and review the minimum qualificationsclick here.

We are committed to being a safe equitable and inclusive workplace and community.
The City of Bothell is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our employees are people with different strengths experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for improving peoples lives. The City of Bothell recruits hires trains promotes compensates and administers all personnel actions without regard to race color religion sex sex stereotyping pregnancy (which includes pregnancy childbirth and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) gender gender identity gender expression national origin age mental or physical disability ancestry medical condition marital status military or veteran status citizenship status sexual orientation genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

We seek to recruit and hire talented and engaged job candidates from a widely diverse range of backgrounds. We celebrate the diversity in our workplace and community and believe it makes us stronger.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process please send an email to.

To learn more about the City of Bothells commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion visit the DEI at Bothell Webpage.

Why Bothell
Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community. We encourage professional growth and for employees to think outside the box. We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.

We offer ample time off including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical dental and vision for you and your family. We also offer life and disability insurance state pension and deferred compensation for retirement. Commute trip reduction alternative work schedules flexible work environment and hybrid work options are available when appropriate.
The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. As a result the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.

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