The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub of an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups.In this role, you will represent the city, and our values of service, integrity, accountability, belonging and stewardship.
The Lead Construction Inspector plays a critical leadership role in ensuring safe, high-quality construction within the City’s Right-of-Way (ROW) and public works projects. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving to guide inspection staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster strong partnerships with contractors, stakeholders, and the community. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical mastery, effective communication, and proactive problem-solving, while inspiring a culture of accountability and collaboration across projects.
Leadership & Team Development
- Provides clear direction, guidance, and mentorship to construction inspection staff.
- Fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Prioritizes and coordinates work to optimize team efficiency and project outcomes.
- Leads by example, modeling safety, professionalism, and ethical behavior.
Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
- Applies advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and public works standards to complex inspection scenarios.
- Identifies and resolves technical issues proactively, balancing safety, quality, and schedule considerations.
- Exercises independent judgment to implement field revisions or corrective measures.
- Monitors construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, permits, codes, and environmental regulations.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Builds and maintains positive relationships with contractors, property owners, developers, and the public.
- Communicates technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.
- Negotiates solutions and anticipates potential conflicts or compliance challenges.
- Serves as a liaison between inspection staff, management, and project stakeholders.
Project Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Performs onsite inspections of construction work in one or more of the following disciplines:
- Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) – ensures regulatory compliance and monitors materials, labor, and project quality.
- Private Development – enforces City, state, and federal regulations.
- Right-of-Way (ROW) Projects – reviews permits and inspections to safeguard public infrastructure.
- Single-Family Home Inspections – verifies site work, drainage, erosion control, and utility connections meet City standards.
- Reviews plans and specifications prior to construction to identify potential issues.
- Coordinates sampling, testing, and verification of construction materials to ensure compliance.
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation of inspections, pay estimates, change orders, and field revisions.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Promotes safe work practices and ensures construction activities meet OSHA, City, state, and federal safety requirements.
- Monitors traffic control, trenching, confined space entry, and erosion control measures.
- Issues stop-work orders when necessary to enforce compliance.
Key Behaviors for Success
- Demonstrates accountability and integrity in all decisions.
- Proactively identifies challenges and implements practical solutions.
- Communicates clearly and professionally, adapting style to the audience.
- Supports and mentors staff, promoting growth and development.
- Maintains composure and effectiveness under pressure or in complex project environments.
Education and Experience
- AA degree in Engineering or related field with 5 or more years of vocational training/experience in construction inspection or similar field.
- High School diploma or GED with 8 or more years of vocational training/experience in construction inspection or similar field.
- Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- A combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and abilities.
Licenses and Certificates
- Valid WA state driver's license required
- Preferred flagger and CESCL certifications.
Other
This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.
Please review theConstruction Inspector – Lead job description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.
Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of two plans for employees and their eligible dependents: Premera or Kaiser Permanente.All employee healthcare premiums paid for by the City of Redmond.
- PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE - Included with each medical plan
- DENTAL INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
- VISION INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
- OTHER INSURANCE - Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance
- FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - For tax savings on healthcare and dependent care expenses
- PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS – with (13) paid holidays per year
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- RETIREMENT PLANS - Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) plus additional options that include: Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (Social Security replacement plan) and MetLife 457 Plan
- Annual COLA adjustments
- Annual merit increases of up to 5%
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