Construction Inspection Manager (Wilmington)

City Of Wilmington Construction Inspector

The purpose of this position is to supervise the work of construction inspection staff and oversee documentation. This is accomplished by directing the work, reviewing daily assignments and inspection reports, coordinating internal and external communications with city departments, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies. This position facilitates a range of inspection services for capital projects, private development and the right-of-way permit program; including reviewing and producing documents such as checklists, punch lists, as-built drawings, and quantity take-offs for contract payment estimates while verifying compliance with policies, engineered drawings, specifications, technical standards and regulatory permits.

Other duties include maintaining city data files; facilitating implementation of software for desktop and mobile devices; performing construction inspection duties when warranted by workload; maintaining and guiding technical and professional competence, staying abreast of legislative, regulatory, and technological changes related to construction and engineering, and completing special assignments as required.

Essential functions include supervising the work of construction inspection staff, managing inspection services, overseeing documentation and reporting, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Job requirements include an associate's degree or higher in civil engineering or closely related field, minimum five years of related experience, proactive engagement with staff and management, knowledge of systems and processes, and ability to work nights and weekends.