Construction Inspector (Associate Civil Engineering Specialist)

Salary: $51.74 - $60.23 Hourly
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2025-00179
Department: Seattle Department of Transportation
Division: Capital Projects
Opening Date: 02/04/2025
Closing Date: 2/25/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

Position Description
Vision: Seattle is a thriving and equitable community powered by dependable transportation.

Mission: To deliver a transportation system that provides safe and affordable access to places and opportunities.

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we are recognized across the country for our efforts in combining different modes of transportation to make travel easier and more convenient. As our city grows quickly, we're always thinking about how to make transportation more accessible, safe, affordable, and reliable for people who live in, work in, and visit Seattle. We're passionate about creating an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant city for everyone.

We have important jobs to do at SDOT. We look after the city's transportation network, add more bicycle and pedestrian paths, take care of over 240 bridges, and help people get better access to the regional transit system. We're a team of nearly 1,200 hardworking people, ready to serve Seattle's public transportation needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, no matter the weather.

SDOT has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and detail-oriented Construction Inspector (Associate Civil Engineering Specialist) in our Capital Projects Division. Come Work with a team of professionals whose mission is to deliver a high-quality transportation system for Seattle. In this role you will perform professional civil engineering work and contribute to the implementation and administration of alternative public works construction contracts. Come help keep Seattle moving!

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with the administration of contractor progress payments by:
  • Measuring and calculating quantities of work-in-place and tracking by the appropriate funding source.
  • Preparing field construction records (FCR's) documenting work completed; tracking force account (FA) work; overseeing and managing documentation required for payment of materials on hand (MOH); creating, tracking, monitoring and maintaining cost to complete documents.
  • Implementing and continuing operations to ensure that payments are accurate, and funding is not exceeded, and completing inspector daily report (IDR).
• Provides oversight, inspection, monitoring, coordination, and documentation of Contractor's activities in the construction of projects; ensures compliance with plans and specifications; and facilitates project activities requiring coordination and cooperation with other agencies, departments, divisions, and private utilities involved in or affected by project(s).
• Provides overall day-to-day construction management including coordination with City, contractor, and other departments, including preparing for and documenting meetings with project stakeholders.
• Makes technical interpretations of the drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Coordinates material testing with engineers, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), or a third-party materials testing lab, environmental agencies, and City stakeholders.
• Prepares photo documentation of the work, titled by location and date.
• Assists in maintaining a full-size set of red-line, as-built plans as the construction progresses for the entire project.
• Supports department goals in promoting diversity and social justice in keeping with the City's Race and Social Justice Initiative.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology, or related field.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience with civil engineering.

OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.

Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:

• At least 5 years of construction inspection experience on public works construction contracts, including projects with both FHWA and FTA funding
• Engineer In Training (EIT)
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and construction engineering, including methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in civil engineering, construction, and inspection
• Ability to develop, read, and interpret plans, specs, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance
• Construction experience with major utility construction, new and/or existing bridges, passenger light rail (street car), and working on large, complex projects in an urban environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and customer service skills
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
• Construction experience with alternative methods of construction delivery
• Strong proficiency in using MS Word, MS Excel, SharePoint, and Adobe Professional
• Ability to carry out work in more than one language other than English.

Other Requirements:

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

Hiring Process

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

Completed NEOGOV online application.

Supplemental questionnaire responses

Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.

Current rsum indicating relevant experience and education.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including a potential background check.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $51.74 - $60.23 hourly.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.

Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request.

The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
01

Do you have an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology, or related field?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have with civil engineering?

• less than 2 years
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years or more

03

Do you have a current Washington State Driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question