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Stafford County

Construction Supervisor

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A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.

$66,295 / year median in Virginia

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Performs difficult technical work in supervising the installation, maintenance, repair and/or construction of facility systems and building improvements projects. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Construction and Asset Manager. Supervision is exercised over Facilities maintenance personnel. Starting pay for this position is $37.94/hour to $52.17/hour based on experience. The full salary range is from $37.94/hour to $66.40/hour to provide room for growth. Supervises the inspection process, assigns projects, resolves revision requests, and coordinates with other County departments, developers, engineers, and contractors from initiation to completion of construction and repair projects for the Department of Facilities Maintenance; Oversees the preparation and maintenance of files and records; Performs the inspection of complex electrical, mechanical and structural construction improvements; Develops and drafts scopes of work; Obtains quotes from contractors; Assists in developing bid packages; Checks projects for progress and conformance to work plans and orders; Assists crew supervisors and skilled workers on difficult jobs; Coordinates requests from contractors; Coordinates the use of available equipment, materials, and manpower to obtain the maximum effectiveness and economy; Maintains a work order system, keeps records and makes detailed reports; Assures that permits and inspections are on schedule; Assists with supervision and evaluation of employees; Identifies and recommends procedural improvements or changes; Performs related tasks as required. Thorough knowledge of analysis, inspection, and maintenance techniques for building systems; Considerable knowledge of construction and maintenance of infrastructure; Knowledgeable about safety precautions and hazards associated with construction work; A basic understanding of the requirements for electrical, mechanical, and concrete construction; Ability to understand and interpret descriptions, construction plans, engineering records and maps; Ability to establish effective working relationships with other department staff, contractors and the general public. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and a minimum of 5 years of field experience in operations, maintenance, and construction of facilities. Possession of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) license as a professional tradesman. These include the trades of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, gas fitter, backflow preventions, elevator mechanic, and building energy analysis.