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Construction Project Inspector - Neighborhood Services

City of Savannah (GA)

Savannah, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Background Investigation, Budgeting, Building Codes, Code Reviews, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Engineering, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Planning, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Contract Creation, Cost Estimates, Credit Union, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Federal Laws and Regulations, Hand Tools, Healthcare, Heavy Lifting, Home Inspections, Interpersonal Skills, Licensing, Loans, Negotiation Skills, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Physical Demands, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Property Maintenance, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Real Estate Sales, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Residential Construction, Residential Real Estate, Staff Development, State Laws and Regulations, Telephone Skills, Vision Plan, Volunteer Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Savannah, GA
POSTED
7 days ago
Salary: $52,255.00 Annually
Location : 5515 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2603064
Department: Housing & Neighborhood Services Department
Division: Neighborhood Services Division
Opening Date: 02/18/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Purpose
Your next big opportunity starts here! Submit your application today to join the City of Savannah Neighborhood Services Division as a Construction Project Inspector. This position performs technical and professional services in regard to the rehabilitation and construction of housing.
We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers' program, tuition reimbursement and more!
Click Apply now to take the first steps towards your new career!

Essential Job Functions

  • Inspects existing homes to determine what type of minor home repair is necessary.
  • Prepares work write-ups, specifications, cost estimates.
  • Meets with homeowners, home buyers, landlords, contractors, developers and realtors to discuss needed improvements, work in progress and to resolve associated problems.
  • Manages construction projects (before, during, and after) to include reviewing contractor bid proposals, approval of progress and final draw requests.
  • Completes training and maintains lead-based paint safety certification for repair and renovation projects.
  • Coordinates volunteer home repair and construction projects utilizing organizational skills.
  • Performs various customer service functions, answers telephone, directs all incoming calls to appropriate party promptly and efficiently, responds to inquiries from the public, City Officials or other City departments.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Administration or Management, Historic Preservation or a related field supplemented with two (2) years of experience in building construction or rehabilitation, construction plan review, code enforcement or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of building, housing code, and lead paint inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal construction licensing requirements.
• Knowledge of cost estimation and contract preparation.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.
• Skill in the operation of hand and power tools.
• Skill in measuring devices and metal detectors.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM STANDARDS:

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Assistant Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include state, national, and international building codes and HUD guidelines. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied construction management duties. Strict regulations and budgetary limitations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to perform technical and professional services in regard to the rehabilitation and development of housing for the citizens of the City of Savannah. Successful performance in this position results in an improved quality of life for city residents.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, homeowners, contractors, developers, surveyors, vendors, realtors, loan officers, elected and appointed officials, neighborhood coordinators, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, justify decisions, and negotiate and settle matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office or outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01

Do you have experience in residential construction, housing rehabilitation, construction inspection, or a closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

If you answered yes to the previous question, how many years of relevant experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-2 years
  • 3-5 years
  • 6+ years

03

Describe your experience inspecting residential properties to determine repair or rehabilitation needs.
04

Describe your experience preparing cost estimates for residential repair or construction projects.
05

What building codes, housing regulations, or compliance standards have you worked with?
06

Describe your experience managing construction projects from start to completion.
07

Do you have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving history?
  • Yes
  • No

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