ARCHITECTURAL INSPECTOR (PART-TIME)

JOB DESCRIPTION

ARCHITECTURAL INSPECTOR
ENGINEERING

Human Resources Department
700 Town Center Drive, Suite 200

Newport News, VA 23606
NEWPORT NEWS, VA Phone: (757) 926-1800

CITY OF OPPORTUNITY Fax: (757) 926-1825

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for inspecting contracted building, renovation
and demolition projects for quality control and cost analysis measures. Reports to a Construction
Inspection Supervisor.

There are two (2) levels of Architectural Inspector distinguished by the level of work performed and
the qualifications of the employee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs inspections of building, renovation and interior demolition projects under contract with the
City to ensure conformance with City plans and specifications, construction methods and materials;
recommends field changes to appropriate department staff; participates in resolving change orders;
conducts final site inspections with other responsible parties. Serves as liaison between the project
architect, engineer and contractor.

Maintains daily log to reflect accurate records for all job-site activities and inspections; determines
percentage of work completed and amount of materials used; reviews pay estimates for approval.

Assists in pre-bid and pre-construction meetings to review drawings and specifications; makes
recommendations for compliance with state and local regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE


Construction - Knowledge of modern methods, practices and techniques of general construction
and commercial development to include project blueprints and technical schematics and
construction materials. Knowledge of federal, state and local ordinances related to construction
projects. 

Safety - Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and safety regulations related to
construction sites and property inspections. Knowledge of common safety rules, regulations,
procedures and practices

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REQUIRED SKILLS


Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships
with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations. 

Judgement/Decision Making – Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate
situations; anticipates, identifies and evaluates potentially dangerous, unusual or deviating
situations; diffuses emotional situations and exercises appropriate judgment to establish priorities
and take prompt action for problem resolution. 

Time Management – Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Ability to establish
priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.

REQUIRED ABILITIES


Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports
and logs. Ability to listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally
and in writing. Ability to handle a variety of customer service issues with tact and diplomacy and
in a confidential manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Architectural Inspector – Requires an Associate’s degree in Architectural Engineering or a related
field and 2 - 4 years experience in architecture or construction management, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Architectural Inspector, Senior - Requires an Associate’s degree in Architectural Engineering or a
related field and 5 - 7 years experience in architecture or construction management, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Virginia Department of Transportation Inspector certifications in Asphalt Field, Concrete Field and
Soils and Aggregate Compaction, as well as Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
(VDCR) certification as an Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work. 

Some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. 

Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (10-20
pounds).

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS 

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depth, texture and visual cues or
signals. 

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
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ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such
as dirt, dust, pollen wetness, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, heights, unsafe
structures, confined spaces, machinery, traffic hazards, or toxic substances.

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