Construction Inspector - DPW

Construction Inspector - DPW

Salary

$51,825.00 - $55,517.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20254196022DPWmm

Department

Dept of Public Works

Division

City Engineers

Opening Date

04/27/2026

Bargaining Unit

2200-Association of Professional Construction Insp

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Under general supervision, conducts construction inspections to assure compliance with codes, standards, plans and specifications.

Examples of Duties

• Inspects small construction projects or components of major construction projects such as street cuts, sidewalk construction, asphalt street paving,

building structures, bridges, tunnels, caissons concrete, water distribution mains, lateral sewers, heavy equipment and other permit construction work.

• Reviews and interprets plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications, and provides detailed information of factors or issues that may affect projects.

• Evaluates work site and reports on potential hazards to utilities and ensures that work sites are properly barricaded for the safety of workers and the public.

• Prepares daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting.

• Monitors work schedules to determine progress and prepares estimates for contract payments.

• Inspects, verifies and reports on conditions that may require changes to contract specifications, construction work procedures or schedules.

• Evaluates the manufacturing of materials and conducts material tests at asphalt and concrete batch plants, slag plants and other material producing operations.

• Maintains field liaison with suppliers and contractors.

• Prepares drawings, sketches and other documentation to reflect completed construction work.

• Conducts field tests to determine the quality of materials and accuracy of finished work.

• Transports material samples to testing facilities to obtain test certification and documentation.

• Checks location, dimensions, alignment and grade of component structures.

• Responds to inquiries or complaints.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Preferably completion of two years of college level engineering or construction related courses.

Two years of experience in general construction work in major construction of field engineering projects, to include conducting inspections.

Licensing and Certifications

Employees in this class will be required to provide and operate a motor vehicle on a reimbursed mileage basis; Valid State of Michigan Driver License required. For placement at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, applicants must be able to pass a maximum exercise tolerance test and demonstrate adequate pulmonary function capacity on the basis of a pulmonary function test. Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan:

1. Interview: 70%

2. Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.): 30%

3. Total: Interview, and Evaluation of T.E.P.: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 04/14/2025

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Practices, materials and methods used in construction work.

Safety regulations such as OSHA, MIOSHA and other applicable local and state codes, rules, policies and regulations.

City of Detroit and Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) construction specifications, standards and materials testing requirements.

Regulations and policies related to the handling and removal of hazardous materials.

Reading and interpreting plans, sketches, engineering drawings and specifications.

The use of surveying instruments.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

02

How many years of experience do you have in general construction work involving major construction or field engineering projects, including conducting inspections?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

03

Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job