Experienced Construction Inspector Job at City Of Leawood Kansas, Leawood, KS

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  • City Of Leawood Kansas
  • Leawood, KS

Job Description

Want a dynamic and exciting career in the public sector while impacting multiple facets of local government and helping the public? Think you have what it takes to excel in one of Kansas City’s most sought-after communities? The City of Leawood, Kansas seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative individual committed to developing an even stronger community. The ideal candidate will enjoy collaborating, construction, and project management.  

THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for an
  Experienced Construction Inspector

As a Construction Inspector with the City of Leawood, you are an integral part of improving and making a difference in the lives of those here and in surrounding communities. You could assist with several highly anticipated projects, including the reconstruction of 83rd Street and 123rd Street, pedestrian, signal, pavement improvements along State Line Road, and many more.

You might be the ideal person to join a team striving for excellence if you:

  • Possess a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
  • Desire career growth and development in the construction management field.
  • Have experience working on multi-faceted construction projects.
  • Like working on various projects, from flood reduction to traffic safety to multimillion-dollar street reconstructions.
  • Are skilled in building relationships and finding common ground among multi-disciplinary teams, including developers, consultants, contractors, residents, and city leaders.

Your work responsibilities may include: 

  • Inspecting public infrastructure and improvement construction projects, structures, and systems.
  • Inspecting sidewalks, sidewalk ramps, and driveway approach construction, ensuring sub-grade is completed according to ADP standards, plans, and contract requirements.
  • Reviewing construction plans, shop drawings, and submittals for assigned projects during the design phase.
  • Coordinating the installation and maintenance of erosion control devices and traffic control.
  • Coordinating materials testing on assigned construction projects.
  • Assisting with GIS mapping of new infrastructures.
  • Assisting the department in obtaining right-of-way and easements from property owners.

Minimum Requirements:  Six (6) years of experience in the construction industry and inspection/field experience, or equivalent experience. Equivalent experience includes an Associate’s degree in construction management or a related field plus four (4) years of related experience.

Certifications and trainings required to have or be able to achieve within the time frame determined by the Director of Public Works include ABC’s of BMPs, Erosion and Sediment Control Done Right, KDOT’s Inspection Course for Basic Structures, Asphalt and Concrete Paving, ACI Concrete Testing Certification, IMSA’s Work Zone Traffic Control Course, and NHI’s Pipe Installation, Inspection, and Quality Technician.

Preferred Requirements: Experience in a Construction Inspector role at a municipality or public works. 

 

 

Salary Range: $26.30 ($54,696) – $38.13 ($79,310) / hour, DOQ

  Accepting applications through Monday, July 7, 2025

 

Additional Information: At the City of Leawood, we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. That's why we're thrilled to present our latest initiative – the New Hire 40-Hour Vacation Program! This program is designed to allow our newest team members the opportunity to recharge, explore, and connect with their passions outside of work. From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off.

The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities that could increase the employee's experience, training, and pay. The position is eligible to receive merit-based pay increases every year. Employees also receive a Time-in-Service Bonus equal to 5% of their annual salary every three years of employment on their anniversary date.

 

Apply Here:

 

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Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, Local area,

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