International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)
CHIEF CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), Long Beach, California, us, 90899
Overview
Under direction, supervises the engineering construction inspection of the City’s public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater programs. Plans, supervises, organizes and assigns the work of Principal Construction Inspectors and Construction Inspectors; assists with problems arising during construction; inspects and approves, according to plans, specifications and contracts, all materials and construction work of the City’s public works projects, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater programs; notifies the Project Engineer of any deviation in materials or construction from the plans, specifications or contracts as awarded; assists in drafting specifications for public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater projects and performs constructability reviews; assists in settling disputes arising between contractors and the City during performance of the contracts and handles public complaints; assists with the preparation of project budgets; ensures proper documentation and maintenance of records as required by City policy and funding agencies; may act on behalf of the Division Manager during his/her absence; formulates change orders; expedites construction work by means consistent with the contract and with sound construction practices; provides information to contractors, the general public, and coordinates work with other City departments; prepares written administrative reports and oral reports for presentation to department, management, the City Manager, City Commissions, the City Council and other public agencies; performs other related duties as required. Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Construction Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field; (proof required). Five (5) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience supervising the construction and/or performing the inspection of major public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater projects. Experience must include at least one year in a position that requires supervision of others in the construction and/or inspection of such projects of a complex nature. Additional experience may be substituted for the required college degree on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, irregular hours, and holidays as needed. Notes on Documentation
Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Proofs must contain the applicant’s name or identifying characteristic. Degrees must indicate field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of construction best practices, methods, procedures and materials. Ability to read and interpret engineering construction drawings and specifications. Knowledge of State Construction Safety Orders and Trench Construction Safety Orders. Knowledge of personal computer operations including spreadsheets, word processing, construction management, and scheduling and project management software. Ability to record and report data accurately. Ability to exercise supervisory responsibility. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Desirable Qualifications
California registration as a professional Civil Engineer; Registration as an ICC certified Deputy Inspector with the City of Long Beach in the fields of piledriving, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, masonry, structural steel and welding; experience in pile driving, mass concrete and commercial building construction; knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Construction or inspection experience with natural gas operations regulated under CFR Part 192; certification in pipeline welding inspection; experience in PE fusion procedures, gas purging and tapping, cathodic protection, measurement and control systems, and emergency response to natural gas related incidents are highly desirable. Examination Weights
Application and Supplemental Application – Qualifying; Occupational Exam – 100% A minimum rating of 70 must be attained to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The eligible list remains in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants is based on application and supplemental questionnaire. Based on the number of applications, the selection procedure may be changed. If a revision is necessary, affected persons will be notified. If you have not received notification within two weeks after filing closing, contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-6202. In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills in Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog are desirable for positions interacting with the public. Equity and Inclusion
The City of Long Beach is committed to a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. The workforce should reflect the diversity of the community. The City fosters equity and inclusion and supports transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If there are concerns about a conviction directly related to the job after a conditional offer and background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances or provide evidence to mitigate concerns. More information about the Fair Chance Act is available without a link. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. For special accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. Equal Opportunity Employer. J.O.B. KO8NN-25 CCI:FGV HR:07/22/2025
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Under direction, supervises the engineering construction inspection of the City’s public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater programs. Plans, supervises, organizes and assigns the work of Principal Construction Inspectors and Construction Inspectors; assists with problems arising during construction; inspects and approves, according to plans, specifications and contracts, all materials and construction work of the City’s public works projects, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater programs; notifies the Project Engineer of any deviation in materials or construction from the plans, specifications or contracts as awarded; assists in drafting specifications for public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater projects and performs constructability reviews; assists in settling disputes arising between contractors and the City during performance of the contracts and handles public complaints; assists with the preparation of project budgets; ensures proper documentation and maintenance of records as required by City policy and funding agencies; may act on behalf of the Division Manager during his/her absence; formulates change orders; expedites construction work by means consistent with the contract and with sound construction practices; provides information to contractors, the general public, and coordinates work with other City departments; prepares written administrative reports and oral reports for presentation to department, management, the City Manager, City Commissions, the City Council and other public agencies; performs other related duties as required. Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Construction Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field; (proof required). Five (5) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience supervising the construction and/or performing the inspection of major public works, harbor, gas distribution, and/or water/wastewater projects. Experience must include at least one year in a position that requires supervision of others in the construction and/or inspection of such projects of a complex nature. Additional experience may be substituted for the required college degree on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, irregular hours, and holidays as needed. Notes on Documentation
Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Proofs must contain the applicant’s name or identifying characteristic. Degrees must indicate field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of construction best practices, methods, procedures and materials. Ability to read and interpret engineering construction drawings and specifications. Knowledge of State Construction Safety Orders and Trench Construction Safety Orders. Knowledge of personal computer operations including spreadsheets, word processing, construction management, and scheduling and project management software. Ability to record and report data accurately. Ability to exercise supervisory responsibility. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Desirable Qualifications
California registration as a professional Civil Engineer; Registration as an ICC certified Deputy Inspector with the City of Long Beach in the fields of piledriving, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, masonry, structural steel and welding; experience in pile driving, mass concrete and commercial building construction; knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Construction or inspection experience with natural gas operations regulated under CFR Part 192; certification in pipeline welding inspection; experience in PE fusion procedures, gas purging and tapping, cathodic protection, measurement and control systems, and emergency response to natural gas related incidents are highly desirable. Examination Weights
Application and Supplemental Application – Qualifying; Occupational Exam – 100% A minimum rating of 70 must be attained to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The eligible list remains in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants is based on application and supplemental questionnaire. Based on the number of applications, the selection procedure may be changed. If a revision is necessary, affected persons will be notified. If you have not received notification within two weeks after filing closing, contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-6202. In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills in Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog are desirable for positions interacting with the public. Equity and Inclusion
The City of Long Beach is committed to a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. The workforce should reflect the diversity of the community. The City fosters equity and inclusion and supports transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If there are concerns about a conviction directly related to the job after a conditional offer and background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances or provide evidence to mitigate concerns. More information about the Fair Chance Act is available without a link. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. For special accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. Equal Opportunity Employer. J.O.B. KO8NN-25 CCI:FGV HR:07/22/2025
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