Pima County
Public Works Construction Inspector II - Transportation
Pima County, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Public Works Construction Inspector II - Transportation
Pima County Department of Transportation, Construction Monitoring Division is seeking an experienced individual to join our fun and dynamic team as a Construction Inspector for Transportation Capital Improvement and Pavement Preservation Projects.
Job Type:
Classified
Job Classification:
5492 - Public Works Construction Inspector II
Salary Grade:
12
Pay Range:
$27.33 - $38.26 Per Hour
Hiring Range:
$27.33 - $32.79 Per Hour
First Review of Applications:
11/21/2025
The Primary Duties Of This Position Are
Inspect General Contractor and Subcontractor work to ensure compliance with project Special Provisions, Plans, Standard Details and Standard Specifications.
Daily completion of Inspection Reports including agreed upon documented daily quantity amounts with contractors.
Picture documentation of project progress, coinciding with Daily Inspection Reports. Reports and pictures recorded onto field computer files for submittal to Pima County for review.
Verification of Compliance for project Material Certification prior to placement.
Supervise Consultant Inspectors when needed.
Resolve issues with the Contractor over project work or escalating issues as appropriate for larger problems.
Attend project weekly meetings, oversee materials and labor quantities for Force Account Sheets and Change Orders.
Monthly review and acceptance of project pay item quantities for monthly pay estimate approval by Project Manager.
Review and approve Traffic control plans (ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification required; training provided if not certified).
Essential Functions
Leads, assigns work, trains staff and interprets approved major complex construction plans, specifications and special provisions.
Inspects major construction of concrete structures such as bridges, overpasses and box culverts for compliance with county specifications.
Inspects earthwork operations, including backfill, embankment fills, bedding, shading, and other elements for compliance with county specifications.
Performs sub-grade and aggregate base course inspection for materials stability, roadway width, and gradation.
Inspects asphaltic concrete paving, chip seal operations, and other construction materials for compliance with county specifications.
Oversees coordination with contractors, architects and departmental sections to meet construction plan provisions.
Ensures traffic control and work-site safety measures are taken.
Conducts daily site checks to review construction progress.
Conducts informal pre-construction meetings with site foreman to review plan provisions.
Resolves issues with site foreman over noncompliance.
Serves as departmental liaison with project contractor, other agencies and the private sector, and accompanies visiting inspectors representing jurisdictional agencies.
Coordinates with utility companies on utility placement and inspects installation of utility and drainage pipes.
Maintains daily records, written reports, pictorial documentation, validates monthly pay estimates, and compiles post-construction documentation.
Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience inspecting construction projects such as sewers, water lines, roadways, bridges or flood control channels, including two years of experience inspecting public works construction projects. Relevant education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.Or two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Works Construction Inspector I, or a similar level position responsible for inspecting public works construction projects.
Preferred Qualifications \ Minimum three (3) years experience inspecting large roadway improvement projects, bridge and drainage improvement projects, and ADA Access Structures.
Minimum two (2) years experience with federally funded projects.
ACI Grade 1 Concrete Certification and ATTI Soils and Asphalt Certification.
ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification.
SWPPP Certification.
Selection Procedure Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Applications will be assessed based on education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated against advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required.
Licenses and Certificates Valid driver license at time of application. Valid AZ driver license required at appointment. Successful applicant subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review. All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license. Failure to obtain or maintain required licenses and certifications grounds for termination.
Physical/Sensory Requirements May be required to lift up to 100 pounds. Must operate assigned vehicles in all weather, work in rough terrain, and recognize industry-standard colors. Other physical and sensory abilities determined by position.
EEO Information Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate on any protected characteristic.
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Job Type:
Classified
Job Classification:
5492 - Public Works Construction Inspector II
Salary Grade:
12
Pay Range:
$27.33 - $38.26 Per Hour
Hiring Range:
$27.33 - $32.79 Per Hour
First Review of Applications:
11/21/2025
The Primary Duties Of This Position Are
Inspect General Contractor and Subcontractor work to ensure compliance with project Special Provisions, Plans, Standard Details and Standard Specifications.
Daily completion of Inspection Reports including agreed upon documented daily quantity amounts with contractors.
Picture documentation of project progress, coinciding with Daily Inspection Reports. Reports and pictures recorded onto field computer files for submittal to Pima County for review.
Verification of Compliance for project Material Certification prior to placement.
Supervise Consultant Inspectors when needed.
Resolve issues with the Contractor over project work or escalating issues as appropriate for larger problems.
Attend project weekly meetings, oversee materials and labor quantities for Force Account Sheets and Change Orders.
Monthly review and acceptance of project pay item quantities for monthly pay estimate approval by Project Manager.
Review and approve Traffic control plans (ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification required; training provided if not certified).
Essential Functions
Leads, assigns work, trains staff and interprets approved major complex construction plans, specifications and special provisions.
Inspects major construction of concrete structures such as bridges, overpasses and box culverts for compliance with county specifications.
Inspects earthwork operations, including backfill, embankment fills, bedding, shading, and other elements for compliance with county specifications.
Performs sub-grade and aggregate base course inspection for materials stability, roadway width, and gradation.
Inspects asphaltic concrete paving, chip seal operations, and other construction materials for compliance with county specifications.
Oversees coordination with contractors, architects and departmental sections to meet construction plan provisions.
Ensures traffic control and work-site safety measures are taken.
Conducts daily site checks to review construction progress.
Conducts informal pre-construction meetings with site foreman to review plan provisions.
Resolves issues with site foreman over noncompliance.
Serves as departmental liaison with project contractor, other agencies and the private sector, and accompanies visiting inspectors representing jurisdictional agencies.
Coordinates with utility companies on utility placement and inspects installation of utility and drainage pipes.
Maintains daily records, written reports, pictorial documentation, validates monthly pay estimates, and compiles post-construction documentation.
Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience inspecting construction projects such as sewers, water lines, roadways, bridges or flood control channels, including two years of experience inspecting public works construction projects. Relevant education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.Or two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Works Construction Inspector I, or a similar level position responsible for inspecting public works construction projects.
Preferred Qualifications \ Minimum three (3) years experience inspecting large roadway improvement projects, bridge and drainage improvement projects, and ADA Access Structures.
Minimum two (2) years experience with federally funded projects.
ACI Grade 1 Concrete Certification and ATTI Soils and Asphalt Certification.
ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification.
SWPPP Certification.
Selection Procedure Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Applications will be assessed based on education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated against advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required.
Licenses and Certificates Valid driver license at time of application. Valid AZ driver license required at appointment. Successful applicant subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review. All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license. Failure to obtain or maintain required licenses and certifications grounds for termination.
Physical/Sensory Requirements May be required to lift up to 100 pounds. Must operate assigned vehicles in all weather, work in rough terrain, and recognize industry-standard colors. Other physical and sensory abilities determined by position.
EEO Information Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate on any protected characteristic.
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