Supervisor - Construction Inspection- Dallas Water Utilities -

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Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community. **Job Summary** The Supervisor - Construction Inspection supervises, plans, directs, and ensures the efficient and compliant execution of construction inspection. **Job Description**   **Overview** The Supervisor - Construction Inspection supervises, plans, directs, and ensures the efficient and compliant execution of construction inspection. **Essential Functions** * Supervises, directs, and coordinates the activities of construction inspectors on water and wastewater utility construction projects; delegates, assigns, and oversees assigned tasks to subordinates. * Approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; recommends or adjusts work priorities and activities, projects schedules, resources, and work plans as required. * Assists management with the implementation of inspection procedures, policies, and standards and scheduling of inspector training; provides sound recommendations and handles various requests from residents and property owners in the field. * Performs challenging inspections and provides expertise for non-routine projects and technical issues; reviews licenses and permits to ensure all required documentation is current; assists, supports, and provides leadership for various inspection scenarios. * Supervises the field activities conducted by the construction inspectors and contractors on public/civil works projects outside of normal business hours for emergency work, critical construction activities, required night-time work for operational purposes, and other required and approved after hour work. * Available 24/7 during construction activities to direct, assist and perform inspection duties when needed, and to supervise and coordinate inspectors and contractors when necessary. * Evaluates and ensures inspection goals are met in a timely manner and works to increase productivity; oversees the identification of discrepancies and non-compliant issues while also ensuring the appropriate enforcement of rules and regulations. * Assists and supports the hiring process for employees and maintenance workers; attends and participates in job fairs and being on interview panels for new workers; evaluates staff and enforces disciplinary measures for field employees. * Provides quality customer service by communicating effectively with customers and responding to issues or concerns timely and professionally. * Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned. **Knowledge and Skills** * Knowledge of city, state, or federal codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and standards in construction and related projects. * Knowledge of safety rules and precautions for construction and related inspection. * Knowledge of construction and building trades and inspection procedures and determining non-compliant issues. * Ability to supervise, coordinate, and facilitate inspection and related work for the department. * Ability to read and interpret various schematic diagrams, construction plans, and specifications. * Ability to inspect activities using various types of hand tools, power tools, precision testing, heavy construction equipment and/or troubleshooting equipment. * Ability to resolve challenging issues and provide technical expertise when requested. * Ability to communicating effectively orally and in writing. * Ability to produce written documents/reports with clearly organized thoughts. * Ability to keep accurate records; comprehend and make inferences from written material. * Knowledge of customer service practices and principles. * Ability to assist and provide guidance for other personnel performing inspections and related work. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** **EDUCATION:**   * High school diploma or GED.  **EXPERIENCE:** * Six (6) years of experience inspecting the design/construction of water or wastewater facilities projects. **AND** * Two (2) years of experience with supervisory/management responsibilities. (This experience may be included in the required experience listed above) **LICENSE:** * Valid driver's license with good driving record **PREFERENCES** Dallas Water Utilities – Pipeline Construction * Experience in construction inspection of water/wastewater pipelines and related facilities or public infrastructure projects. Dallas Water Utilities – Wastewater Facility Construction * Experience in wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, tanks, metering vaults and/or other related facilities capital improvement projects. * Familiar with construction of 4160v (or higher) electrical cables and equipment. * A current American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician-Grade I certificate. Dallas Water Utilities – Water Facility Construction * Experience in water facility treatment plants, pump stations, tanks, metering vaults and/or other related facilities capital improvement projects. * Familiar with construction of 4160v (or higher) electrical cables and equipment. * A current American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician-Grade I certificate. **Salary Range**   $60,569.60 - $73,528.00   The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications. City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.