Senior Construction Inspector

Texas State University At San Marcos - San Marcos, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Marcos, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Construction Inspector is responsible for overseeing and inspecting the work of trade contractors on mid-size and large-scale construction projects to ensure compliance with relevant codes, laws, and standards. This role involves daily inspections, coordination of activities, and communication with contractors and architects to address any issues that arise during the construction process.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work daily.
• Assist in coordination of activities, processes, and procedures of the Construction Inspector I.
• Require contractor to correct or replace unsatisfactory materials and workmanship.
• Report deficiencies observed to the superintendent and architect.
• Inspect all materials delivered to the project for compliance with specifications and shop drawings.
• Inspect work for completeness prior to project manager certification.
• Maintain necessary job records.
• Oversee the work of testing lab personnel.
• Review lab reports and notify architect and contractor of discrepancies.
• Provide written and verbal interpretation of contract requirements.
• Advise the contractor and subcontractors to maintain and coordinate as-built drawings.
• Establish punch list items with architect, engineer, and contractor for completion.
• Review contract documents prior to bidding, and furnish comments to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain personal construction log recording significant information and events.
• Review project close-out documents.
• Establish commencement dates of guarantee periods, and recommended dates for owner's preliminary acceptance and/or partial occupancy.
• Coordinate inspection walk-through and site visitation.
• Initiate and attend pre-installation meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture or Construction Engineering/Management.
• 5+ years' experience in Construction Management.
• 5+ years' experience performing construction inspections for city, state or federal agencies.
• Knowledge of the National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code.
• Experience coordinating testing activities with a general contractor, consultants, and testing lab.
• Skilled in preparing reports, letters, and memos.
• Experience using various standard materials, methods, equipment, and tools used for construction inspection processes.
• Ability to read and understand contract documents, technical manuals, electronic devices/gauges, and test data.
• Ability to explain owner's (TXST) concerns, issues, and positions regarding construction matters.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electric Code, and Uniform Plumbing Code for building construction contracts.
• Knowledge of Texas Accessibility Standards and Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards.
• Knowledge of the Texas State University Systems Uniform General Conditions and Supplementary General Conditions.
• Knowledge of ASTM and UL standard testing procedures.
• Knowledge of asbestos abatement procedures and regulations.

Benefits

• Amazing health insurance with various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees, with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for dependents.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Excellent work-life balance resources including mother and family-friendly resources and a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
• Great training and development opportunities with a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community with many social networks offered on and off-campus.
• Retirement peace of mind with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.