Project Inspection Supervisor

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Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Project Inspection Supervisor

City of Olathe | $34.06 - $45.00 per hour, depending on qualifications

The City of Olathe is seeking an experienced Project Inspection Supervisor to lead inspection activities for public infrastructure projects, including streets, storm and sanitary sewers, water mains, and related improvements. This position supervises and develops inspection staff, coordinates contract inspection personnel, and ensures projects meet City specifications, safety requirements, and applicable standards.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, field-focused construction inspection professional who can lead a team and help ensure City infrastructure projects are built safely, accurately, and in accordance with plans, specifications, and municipal standards.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience inspecting civil construction projects—such as streets, water mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers—along with the ability to read engineering plans, address field issues, and work effectively with contractors, engineers, and internal staff. We’re seeking someone who is organized, communicates clearly, and can prioritize multiple active projects.

This role is also a people leader. The successful candidate will be comfortable mentoring inspectors, assigning and reviewing work, providing technical guidance, and supporting staff development and performance.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m, with with occasional schedule adjustments, overtime, or after-hours work as needed to support project inspections, and emergency operations.

Why Olathe?

The City of Olathe offers a collaborative, safety-focused work environment where employees are valued and supported. Employees have access to competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, a free on-site health clinic for employees enrolled in the City’s insurance plan, and strong work-life balance. Visit our benefits page for additional details by clicking here.

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Project Inspection Supervisor is responsible for the completion of technical inspection of streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains, and other city infrastructure and supervising the work of assigned staff. This role requires planning, prioritizing, scheduling, and assigning work to others in the work team and they are also responsible for training and evaluating the performance of their team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the technical inspection of streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains, and other city infrastructure ensuring conformance with city specifications and policies; coordinates and supervises any outsourced project inspection staff to ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; responds to project-related inspection issues and conflicts; meets with involved parties to review and confirm issues; makes recommendations to resolve concerns.
• Mentors and trains team members, fostering skill development across all levels; assists in evaluating team performance and identifying areas for improvement; monitors work progress and provides guidance on complex or critical tasks; serves as primary point of contact for team coordination and communication; oversees and resolves the most complex issues.
• Provides assistance in project management, budget oversights and operations; monitors internal and external staff communications ensuring communications are handled in a professional manner; serves as shift supervisor for cul-de-sac routes during emergency snow operations.

Qualifications

Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible experience in construction inspection for civil engineering projects is required. Requires extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, municipal codes and safety regulations. Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, and technical drawings. Extensive knowledge and proficiency with field testing equipment and documentation software is essential. Extended knowledge of construction materials and inspection techniques is preferred. One to two years supervisory experience is preferred.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. College-level coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license and favorable driving record are required. Possession of an APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) is preferred. International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certifications in Work Zone Safety, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Nuclear Density Gauge are required.

Environmental or Physical Demands: Work is mainly performed outdoors with exposure to weather conditions which can include extreme heat, cold, rain and wind. May also be exposed to traffic noise, dust, fumes from vehicles and/or machinery. Moderate physical demands: strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; may be exposed to safety hazardous and dangerous tool and equipment. Bending, kneeling, reaching, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions, which can include extreme heat, cold, rain and wind; may also be exposed to traffic noise, dust, fumes from machinery or from vehicles depending on worksite. May need to work in low light conditions or with glare from headlights.