Job Description

Under general supervision, performs construction inspection in conjunction with public works construction projects to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, applicable codes and safety regulations. Engineering construction inspection includes but is not limited to the following activities: earthwork and paving, roadway renovation and improvement, water supply and sewer collection pipeline, portland cement concrete, protective coating, pile driving, drilled pier, tunneling/jacking, trackwork, track improvements, power distribution and transmission systems, electrical overhead contact systems, signal, control and data acquisition systems, radio and telecommunications systems, including fiber optic networks, power substations, vehicle modifications and retrofits, bridges, ADA retrofits and facilities, building renovation and improvements, operating equipment, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, electrical and mechanical work, and landscaping and irrigation work.

This position will provide oversight and performance of construction inspection work for Construction Management. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: •    Oversees and performs construction inspections. •    Ensures that quality assurance/quality control program for each project is developed and enforced. •    Prepares and maintains project documentation and controls including daily reports, force accounts, materials testing and other construction records for complex and difficult construction projects. •    Participates in and/or conducts planning, pre-construction, coordination, progress, scheduling and field staff meetings. •    Reviews plans, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, constructability reviews and contract closeout records. •    Resolves disputes and difficult problems and responds to complaints from the public that require resolution at the senior level. •    Verify and prepare quality assurance reports and quantity and progress estimates for progress payments and change order work. •    Reports safety and traffic hazards, defective work and debris to the contractor for correction and ensures that the contractor corrects deficiencies. •    Initiates, prepares, estimates, reviews and negotiates change orders. •    May drive a City vehicle to and from job sites. •    Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of verifiable full-time experience in City and County of San Francisco class 6317 Assistant Construction Inspector; OR

2. Four (4) years of verifiable full-time experience in construction inspection work insuring that plans and specifications are complied with and the workmanship and material used meet specifications. Substitution:

3. A baccalaureate degree in Engineering or Architecture from an accredited college or university and/or experience as an Engineer on a level equal to City and County of San Francisco class 5203 Assistant Engineer or as an Architect on a level equal to City and County of San Francisco class 5265 Architectural Associate I or higher may substitute for up to two years of the required experience under Experience and Training Guidelines #2 for the Construction Inspector.

4. Two (2) years of verifiable full-time experience as a surveyor may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience under Experience and Training Guidelines #2 for the Construction Inspector.

5. Experience in construction, at the Superintendent/General Foreman level, supervising construction crews of more than six may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience on a year for year basis. Journey level construction experience and/or drafting experience will not be accepted as qualifying under #2 for the Construction Inspector.

6. Possession of an associate degree in construction or engineering from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience under Minimum Qualification #2.

Additional Information

SALARY: $104,104 - $126,568 annually

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit an online application as soon by filing deadline on Friday October 29, 2021. 

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent- Exempt (PEX). The Office of City Administrator - Department of Public Works has an opening for an exempt appointment in San Francisco. The position is excluded by the charter from competitive civil service examination process. The successful candidate shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer. This position has an anticipated duration of up to three (3) years.

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application will result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City & County of San Francisco. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility and disqualification.

If you have any comments or questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the analyst, Raquel Knighten, by telephone at 415-554-6059 or by email at raquel.knighten@sfdpw.org.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Carol Isen - Human Resources Director