Construction Inspector I, II or III

Texas Department of Transportation•New Braunfels, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

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 complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Trains others. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Requirements

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Construction Inspector I: None Required
Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
Construction Inspector III: 2 years of experience in construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
(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.
Valid driver’s license.
This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Interpreting applicable information
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Basic traffic management and control procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements

Responsibilities

Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
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.
Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
Prepares monthly and final estimates.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
Ensures prompt notification and repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling public
Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.
Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.