Construction Inspector I or II
Houston, TX, United States20h ago
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Key details
- Location
- Houston, TX, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Job type
- Part-time
- Function
- Skilled trades & Manufacturing
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 20h ago
Skills
About the role
TxDOT's Houston District is seeking a Construction Inspector to join us in the inspection and oversight of essential projects in the South East Harris-Metro region. Depending on skill level, this employee will perform all facets of bridge inspection, roadway inspection, environmental compliance, and materials inspection. They will assist the Project Manager with Change Orders duties, including field work. This position will be in our Southeast Harris Area Office and will help support inspection of our existing infrastructure and new upcoming construction projects. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now!
TxDOT's Houston District is seeking a Construction Inspector to join us in the inspection and oversight of essential projects in the South East Harris-Metro region. Depending on skill level, this employee will perform all facets of bridge inspection, roadway inspection, environmental compliance, and materials inspection. They will assist the Project Manager with Change Orders duties, including field work. This position will be in our Southeast Harris Area Office and will help support inspection of our existing infrastructure and new upcoming construction projects. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now!
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Construction Inspector I and II
Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential Duties:
Construction Inspector I:
- Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
- Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
- Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
- Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates
- Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
- Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
- Drives/travels to geographically separated fabrication plants/project sites to monitors program status; perform unannounced inspection of operations, and problem resolution.
- Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector II:
Includes all essential duties listed for Construction Inspector I as well as:
- Prepares and reviews correspondence.
- Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
Construction Inspector I and II
Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential Duties:
Construction Inspector I:
- Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
- Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
- Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
- Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates
- Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
- Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
- Drives/travels to geographically separated fabrication plants/project sites to monitors program status; perform unannounced inspection of operations, and problem resolution.
- Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector II:
Includes all essential duties listed for Construction Inspector I as well as:
- Prepares and reviews correspondence.
- Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
Minimum Qualifications:
Construction Inspector I:
Education:
High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience:
No experience required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
- Considerable knowledge of
- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Construction engineering policies and procedures
- Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
- The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations
- Proficient skill in
- Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
- Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
- Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
- Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
- Some skill in
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Construction Inspector II:
Education:
High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.