Lead Engineering Inspector (Public Works) - Peoria, AZ

Position Title: Lead Engineering Inspector (Public Works)

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Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school plus additional course work (equivalent to up to 1 year at Community College or equivalent resulting in accumulation of similar knowledge and abilities).
• Experience: 2-4 years' experience. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.
• Physical Demands: Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Arizona Class "D" Driver's license.
• APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII)

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The purpose of this position is to provide technical advice and act as a lead to Public Works Inspectors. The Lead Engineering Inspector maintains project documentation, performs warranty inspections, and coordinates final inspection, project acceptance, and closeout. This role also involves performing a wide variety of advanced and specialized duties, providing technical guidance, and assisting the supervisor in assigning and monitoring work. The role requires assisting staff with complicated and difficult assignments.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provides technical advice to Public Works Inspectors, including handling day-to-day scheduling of employee work coverage. Informs supervisors of project performance and provides general input on employee performance.
• Identifies project needs; develops project scopes of various complexities, implements solutions through projects, and manages assigned staff and project teams.
• Resolves complex problems and implements proactive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions.
• Participates in the development of operational and capital improvement programs and budgets.
• Coordinates construction projects and acts as a point of contact for interdepartmental and interagency coordination.
• Responds to resident questions or complaints about projects.
• Deals with conflicts between contractors and inspection staff.
• Approves traffic control plans and assists in preparing inspection policies.
• Oversees the inspection of contract work, ensuring compliance with Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) standards and other codes and regulations.
• Reviews and interprets construction plans, provides quality assurance, and performs inspections related to water, sewer installations, grading and drainage, and more.

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The Ideal Candidate for This Position Will Have:

• A great attitude and strong work ethic.
• A strong desire to guide a high-performing team.
• At least 2 years' experience in asphalt and concrete mix, application, and lifecycle management.
• The ability to select, supervise, train, and evaluate employees.
• Previous municipal or government experience.
• A strong commitment to public service.
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100.

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