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Construction Inspector Manager
Salary
$118,560.00 - $166,920.00 Annually
Location
Tacoma, WA
Job Type
Non-Classified
Job Number
P1230-25
Department
Water
Division
Water Planning & Engineering
Opening Date
04/28/2025
Closing Date
5/12/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
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Position Description
Tacoma Water is seeking a dynamic and experienced Construction Inspector Manager to lead our Project Delivery Group's Construction Management Team within the Planning and Engineering section. This pivotal role ensures the successful execution of our Capital and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) projects, private contract projects, and the monitoring of existing infrastructure impacted by external construction activities.
The Construction Inspector Manager will oversee all aspects of construction management, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders. You will manage a team responsible for design surveys, constructability reviews, construction inspections, construction management, survey staking, and watermain shutdowns.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Management:
Organize, direct, monitor, and manage the operations of the Construction Management Team, including a construction manager, construction inspector supervisor, construction inspectors, chief of party surveyor, service worker, and utility worker.
Provide oversight on construction activities for capital, O&M, and private contract projects.
Ensure adherence to current policies, procedures, and industry best practices (American Water Works Association, Washington State Department of Health, Environmental Protection Agency, Washington State Department of Ecology, etc.).
Provide support and guidance to supervisors and staff, resolving escalated issues.
Conduct QA/QC reviews of contract correspondence and documentation.
Manage equipment, tools, materials, and fleet vehicles.
Conduct job site visits to assess staff performance and project progress.
Maintain and strengthen a strong safety culture.
Supervision and Staff Development:
Lead supervisors of represented staff, determining workloads and staffing levels.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and feedback through annual Core Conversations.
Lead recruitment, hiring, and staff development, adhering to Tacoma Water policies and labor agreements.
Develop training plans and implement project construction processes and procedures.
Support supervisors in personnel actions, coordinating with HR, Legal, and the Union as needed.
Construction Management Oversight:
Oversee the management of capital, O&M, and private contract projects during construction.
Support staff in resolving construction issues and disputes.
Ensure coordination of survey and inspection activities with various stakeholders.
Hold contractors accountable to contract specifications, drawings, and regulations.
Ensure pre-construction and weekly meetings are conducted.
QA/QC and approve contractor correspondences, change orders, pay estimates, and closeout documentation.
Track costs for private contracts in SAP and reconcile design/inspection costs.
Budget Development and Tracking:
Collaborate on O&M budget development for the team, including training, licenses, and equipment.
Provide input for expenditure forecasting and participate in budget review meetings.
Training and Professional Development:
Act as a subject matter expert in safety, construction management, design-bid build, and alternative delivery projects.
Attend industry conferences and workshops to stay current on relevant techniques and issues.
Learn from the opportunities to provide, participate, and lead continuous improvement efforts supporting the construction management team's growth.
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science or directly related field
Minimum Experience*
5 years of professional-level experience in the water industry, public works, or directly related utility industry, including 1 year prior at a supervisory level
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License
Desired Qualifications
Construction Management Certification
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Positions in this class typically require:
remaining in a stationary position for 90% of the time with occasional movement to access office files, machinery and similar productivity tools (standing, sitting, walking).
constant operation of a computer, as well as use of a calculator, printer and similar office tools (fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions).
communication and the exchange of information with others (hearing, seeing, talking).
occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (sedentary work).
Work may also occasionally require:
movement around the workplace to pick up objects (stooping, walking, reaching).
traversing, ascending or descending stairs, sloped terrain, or similar environments (climbing, balancing, walking).
exerting up to 20 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (light work).
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Joanna Hambrick, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hambrickjoanna/) !
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 prior to 4pm on the date of this posting closing.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment @type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
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Do you have an equivalent combination to a Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science or directly related field AND 5 years of professional-level experience in the water industry, public works, or directly related utility industry, including 1 year prior at a supervisory level? *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
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Describe your experience with safety protocols and regulations in construction environments. How do you promote a strong safety culture?
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Describe a time you had to lead a team through a challenging project. What were the obstacles, and how did you overcome them?
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Phone
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