HSP CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS INSPECTOR

Description

SUMMARY

Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency's Housing Development Programs as assigned by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

*THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED "SAFETY SENSITIVE" - According to 63 O.S. § 427.8(K)

Program Knowledge:

Construction Inspectors must demonstrate competence in construction observation and project documentation. Responsible for attending various training courses, seminars, certification classes, and other opportunities to increase knowledge of the technical and practical aspects of the programs assigned.

Program Duties:

Inspects new and existing residential and commercial construction and/or properties for conformance to construction codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards.

Schedules inspections and inspects the work according to the required frequency.

Reviews plans, maps, specifications, materials testing lab reports, contracts, and other documents to ensure conformance with federal, state, county, and industry codes and regulations.

Identify and act on any site, contractual, and regulatory infractions for safety, security, operational efficiency, or customer convenience.

Note any required changes and follow up in a timely manner with program participants/owners who have compliance issues to correct.

Maintains a log of inspections performed; contributes data and information for various reporting; prepares periodic and special reports as required.

Report any non-compliance issues to the required federal and/or state authority and any other reporting as needed.

Notify appropriate Housing Development Staff of compliance issues and progress toward close out.

Program Training:

Develop and provide training and guidance to participants on technical issues, regulations, rules, procedures, and program guidelines by conducting general training sessions.

Disseminate appropriate updates and other technical information or data as required. It may be necessary to occasionally schedule a technical assistance session with Owners/ Management/Awardees.

Program Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor testing activities, reports, corrective actions, and/or manufacturer's approvals for installed materials and/or equipment to ensure the utilization of materials capable of yielding durable finished products.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with contractors and supervisors to ensure that materials are properly handled and applied.
• Reviews non-structural construction plans for compliance with Federal, State, and local building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes.
• Conducts reviews of all construction permit submittal applications, which can include, but are not limited to, site-specific written safety plans for all construction projects.
• Review and understand the contract and construction drawings and specifications, RFIs, PCOs, manuals, and testing procedures to prepare for inspections.
• Research and interpret contract requirements to determine whether construction work is sustainably compliant with plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Schedule, perform, and assist with field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used; review and prepare related inspection reports.
• Communicate orally and in writing with engineers, staff members, agencies' representatives, contractors and businesses, and property owners.
• Provides more frequent inspections for sites with higher potential risk or contractors that are non-compliant; details the over-site of hazardous work activities.
• Monitor and report on Health and Safety incidents or concerns on-site.
• Make complex, time-sensitive field decisions related to projects, field engineering, and various system repairs. Exercise sound judgment and decision-making within procedural guidelines.
• Inspect safety aspects of jobs in progress, such as trench safety and traffic control; work to ensure that staff and contractors comply with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain relationships with local regulators, perform efficient work independently or as part of a team, and comply with client protection and safety/operating rules in the discharge and performance of field duties.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Construction, Civil engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction technology; or four years of experience as a property inspector or in a related role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

OTHER SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the local, state, and federal regulations governing housing programs. Knowledge of modern office equipment, including copiers, personal computers, calculators, facsimile machines, etc., and the use of computer terminals, personal computers, and Microsoft programs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, consultants, HUD, local, state, and federal officials, and the public.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver's license Must be bondable

Program-specific certification must be obtained by passing any applicable exam within one year of employment.

OSHA certification preferred.

Ability to gain or retain certifications in asphalt, Concrete, Erosion Control, Foundations, and Earthwork inspection. Ability to use a portable computer, testing equipment, and basic survey equipment and to retain or gain additional certifications as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to work in a typical field setting, including operating hand and power tools; stamina to navigate uneven terrain and construction site, including standing, walking, climbing, and working in confined or awkward spaces; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Work is subject to exposure to varying weather conditions, loud noises, heights exceeding 10 feet, dust, and noxious odors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Travel will be required approximately 4-5 days a week, with occasional overnight stays.