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 material 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:

Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
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.
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.
Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections.
Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: None

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. (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:

Construction Inspector I

Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Construction Inspector II

Includes all duties listed above in addition to the following:

Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
Serve as a lead worker or project leader
Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
Subject to vibration
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time

Conditions of Employment:

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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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.

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Construction Inspector I - II Bryan Area Office