Stormwater Construction Inspector

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Stormwater Construction Inspector to join our stormwater team. This position will be responsible for providing paraprofessional engineering support and inspecting on a variety of stormwater construction projects to ensure projects are installed based upon approved design plans, specifications, and City of Raleigh standards. The role requires a thorough understanding of stormwater, utility, and roadway construction processes, understanding of environmental regulations, and the ability to solve problems independently and within a team environment. This position involves significant field time working with the design engineers, contractor, and project manager. 

About you: 

The ideal candidate is one that fully supports the Stormwater Management initiative to be “Stormwater Smart.” We strive to be the smartest stormwater program possible. We do this by being innovative, cost-effective, and equitable. To support this, the ideal candidate would be a team player, that is a hard worker and takes pride in their work. 

About us: 

The City of Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina and remains one of the fastest growing areas in the country. Driven by a strong economy and outstanding quality of life, Raleigh is consistently ranked among the nation’s best places to live and operate a business. The “Capital City” offers many cultural and entertainment advantages of a large city. Wake County is one of the top ranked public-school districts in the state, has nine universities and institutions of higher education, and is home of the Research Triangle Park, which is North Carolina's premier global innovation center.  

The Stormwater Management Division includes over 80 full-time employees who work within an inclusive, team-first environment that takes pride in their work by being “Stormwater Smart”. Together, the employees of the Stormwater Management Division support the City through a variety of programs and projects. Sustained population growth in Raleigh has created new development opportunities, which has resulted in evolving the Stormwater program in terms of capacity and capabilities. In 2023, Stormwater Management was reclassified as a new Division within Engineering Services, emphasizing the importance Stormwater Management and its influence in the future growth of Raleigh.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides advanced specialized and technical activities in support of an assigned engineering function; serves as a liaison for internal and external clients and provides coordination of assigned projects or functions; may conduct site visits or inspections to monitor activities and ensure specifications and requirements are being met, and/or perform or oversee survey work
• Provides customer support and responds to inquiries, complaints and information requests; performs research or investigations; verifies and provides procedure/process information
• Attends and/or coordinates meetings including project reviews; prepares agenda, meeting notifications and materials; reviews change orders, budget status, schedules and/or other meeting materials; identifies issues; consults with engineers, contractors and/or agencies and coordinates resolutions; may attend and present at Council and public meetings
• Reviews and verifies data and documents which may include: project submittals; contractor billing, contract requirements and completed work and materials; construction plans; right of way plats; property deeds; GIS data; inspection reports; and/or other engineering-related information
• Prepares, updates and/or maintains project files, databases, tracking documents, activity/performance reports, GIS, maps, and/or standards documentation
• Monitors supplies and equipment; contacts vendors to discuss equipment options; and provides recommendations

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree in engineering or directly related field and three years of paraprofessional engineering experience, preferably in area of assignment 

OR 

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. 

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire