Senior Construction Inspector - Public Works

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development and utility company activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work. The Department of Public Works is recruiting to fill three (3) Senior Construction Inspector positions for the Construction Management Services (CMS) section within the

Engineering Services Division:

one (1) in Permits and two (2) in Storm and Sanitary Capital Program. Salary range for this classification is $110,488.56

• $134,403.36/annually This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Engineering Services Division (ES)
• Permits The Senior Construction Inspector(s) assigned to Permits in the Engineering Services Division is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and performing materials sampling and testing of various construction materials to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications.

Under the supervision of Principal Construction Inspectors, the candidate will perform the key responsibilities listed below. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Reviews plans and specifications and submittals for conformance to established standards for major construction projects. Reviews plans, drawings, and blueprints for completeness and accuracy and assures implementation of plan. Supervises, schedules, assigns, and directs activities for Associate Construction Inspectors, Engineering Technicians, Engineering Trainees, and Student Interns. Reviews and makes recommendations concerning proposed projects. Assists in resolving disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants. Responsible for the tabulation of quantity of work completed per schedule of quantities, including the review of pay letters. Provides daily written reports describing project events.

Facilities knowledge:

concrete, carpentry, flooring, fencing, doors and windows, some plumbing, etc.

Project management:

scope development, procurement for resources (services and materials). Performs building assessments

• assesses and documents the condition of building envelops and hard surfaces, interior coverings to include walls, flooring, ceilings, etc.

Available to perform overtime duties on weekends, holidays, midnight or swing shift when requested. Performs Public Works emergency duties, such as flood watch when required. Investigate and respond to construction inquires/complaints from other departments or the public. Reviews plans and specifications to determine proper testing requirements and standards. Engineering Services Division (ES)

• Capital Improvement Programs The Senior Construction Inspector(s) assigned to Storm and Sanitary Capital Programs in the Engineering Services Division is responsible for maintenance and construction project management for Public Works.

Under the direction of Principal Construction Inspectors, the candidate will perform the key responsibilities listed below. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Reviews plans and specifications and submittals for conformance to established standards for major construction projects. Prepares resource and/or cost estimates. Reviews plans, drawings, and blueprints for completeness and accuracy and assures implementation of plan. Supervises, schedules, assigns, and directs activities for Associate Construction Inspectors, Construction Inspector I/II, Engineering Technicians, Engineering Trainees, and Student Interns. Reviews and makes recommendations concerning proposed projects. Assists in resolving disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants. Responsible for the tabulation of quantity of work completed per schedule of quantities, including the review of pay letters. Provides daily written reports describing project events.

Knowledge:

Storm and Sanitary Sewer systems, construction and inspection. Available to perform overtime duties on weekends, holidays, midnight or swing shift when requested. Performs Public Works emergency duties, such as flood watch when required. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Education:

Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate)

Experience :

Six (6) years of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering/construction inspection work, including two (2) years preparing engineering drawings, contract specifications, and cost estimates; drafting and structural detailing for plans; construction or infrastructure inspection; or field surveying.

Acceptable Substitution :

Completion of a terminal curriculum in engineering technology or equivalent to that given in an accredited California junior college or two (2) years of college engineering courses may be substituted for two (2) years of the remaining four (4) years of required experience.

Required Licensing :

Possession of a valid State of California driver's license. Form 700

Requirement:

This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an "Assuming Office Form 700" with the City Clerk's Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Job Expertise

• Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills
• Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and inwriting; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills
• Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills
• Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Decision Making
• Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Initiative
• Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Problem Solving
• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability
• Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Charmaine Guerrero at charmaine.guerrero@sanjoseca.gov