Construction Inspector I or II

Texas Department of Transportation•San Antonio, TX

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. 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

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 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 governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Basic traffic management and control procedures
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Interpreting applicable information
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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
Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision
Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Move up to 50 pounds
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Responsibilities

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.
Oversees construction record-keeping activities
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Prepares monthly and final estimates
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications
Prepares and reviews correspondence