Highway Construction Inspector I or II - Big Spring, TX

Texas Department of Transportation • TX

69d

About The Position

The Construction Inspector I is responsible for inspecting construction methods and workmanship to ensure that contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports, and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications. This role acts as a consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution, and 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. The inspector may also conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. The position requires contact with contractors and may involve performing materials 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.
• No experience required for Construction Inspector I.
• 1 YEAR construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience for Construction Inspector II.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
• Supervisory experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects.
• Ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Oversees construction record-keeping activities.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Standard conditions of employment apply.
• Pre-employment physical required.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees