ROY BROWN
Yelm,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Construction Inspector with extensive experience in overseeing construction projects and ensuring compliance with City and State standards. Expertise in site inspection and project management enhances collaboration with stakeholders, driving timely project completion. Committed to delivering quality infrastructure that meets the needs of residents, developers, and contractors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
City of Kent
Kent, WA
08.2021 - Current
- Inspect Private Development Projects in various size and complexity to ensure compliance with City/ State Standards for Public Infrastructure constructed
- Inspect Franchise / Private utility projects, including relocates from construction through Final Restoration to ensure compliance with City / State Standards
- Facilitated pre-construction meetings with developers, contractors, and city stakeholders to clarify project goals and expectations.
- Resolved community concerns regarding construction projects to enhance public understanding and satisfaction.
- Identified deficiencies in construction practices or materials used during inspections.
- Conducted TESC inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with contractors to address construction-related issues and ensure compliance with approved plans.
- Verified contractor's workmanship, materials used to ensure they are in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
- Review and Document Geotechnical Reports for soil, asphalt to ensure proper compaction requirements were met.
- Review construction plans to ensure adherence to City Standards and specifications.
- Public Works - Kent, WA
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
City Of Issaquah
Issaquah, Washington
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Led inspection for franchise and private utility projects citywide from construction through final restoration to ensure adherence to city and state standards.
- Inspected private development projects of various sizes and complexities to ensure compliance with city and state standards.
- Conducted TESC inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Review material submittal packages to ensure compliance with City Standards.
- Review and Document Geotechnical Reports for soil, asphalt to ensure proper compaction requirements were met.
- Coordinated pre-construction meetings to clarify project details and expectations, fostering alignment among stakeholders.
- Maintained daily communication with contractor representatives to review project schedules and address deficiencies, ensuring timely project progression.
- Issue Stop Work Orders for Permit Condition violations, TESC Violations, other City Code Violations.
- Issaquah, Washington
LEAD PIPELAYER
Northwest Construction Inc.
Bellevue, Washington
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Lead Pipelayer on Utility Crew.
- Installed Water, Sewer, and Storm Mains.
- Completed construction tasks including jack and raise utilities, grouting manholes, erosion control, checking grade, paving, and concrete flat work to ensure project compliance and quality.
- Coordinated material and personnel needs with foreman and superintendents to optimize workflow and meet project deadlines.
- Resolved on-site issues and utility conflicts while identifying discrepancies in approved plans to maintain project integrity and progress.
- Proficient in calculating slopes, grades, using instruments such as pipe lasers, transits, spin lasers.
- Maintain accurate as as-built records of infrastructure installed.
- Bellevue, Washington
PIPELAYER
Goodfellow Bros
Maple Valley, Washington
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Installed water, sewer, and storm mains for various capital construction projects and private developments.
- Installed pipe using hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
- Operated heavy equipment to execute construction tasks, contributing to project timelines and site safety.
- Performed general labor tasks including installing silt fence, grouting manholes, jacking and raising structures, and installing valve cans and utilities.
- Collaborated with concrete flat work crew to pour road panels, sidewalks, and curb ramps, enhancing site accessibility and infrastructure durability.
- Completed final punch list tasks, facilitating project closeout and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Maple Valley, Washington
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Renton, WA06.2004
Skills
- Utility Project oversight
- Utility site inspection
- Construction standards compliance
- Heavy roadway construction
- Stormwater management
- Traffic control
- Utility coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Leadership mentoring
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Public relations management
Certification
- CPR / First Aid
- CESCL
- Flagger's Card
References
- Terry Mink, Superintendent, Grady Excavating, (206) 390-9740, Tmink33@gmail.com
- Matt McBride, Superintendent, Pro Grade Enterprises, (253) 344-9351, matthewhmcbride@comcast.net
- Matthew Martell, Superintendent, Alliance Residential Co., (360) 850-9053, mmartell@allianceresco.com
Awards
Salmon Award Winner / Employee of The Year, 2020, City of Issaquah
Timeline
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
City of Kent
08.2021 - Current
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
City Of Issaquah
01.2019 - 08.2021
LEAD PIPELAYER
Northwest Construction Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2019
PIPELAYER
Goodfellow Bros
06.2012 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School