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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E093 Construction Inspector I, II, and III-Belton Area Office in Belton, Texas
Construction Inspector I and II: 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 materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.Construction Inspector III: 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. 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.Essential Duties:Construction Inspector I:- 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 to contractors for work completed.- Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges, and related highway structures 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.- Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.- Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.- Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.Construction Inspector II - In addition to the above duties:- Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors, and construction project field personnel.- Prepares and reviews correspondence.- Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.- Serves as a lead worker or project leader.Construction Inspector III - In addition to all above duties:- Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications- Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.- Ensures prompt notification and/or repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling public or more costly to repair if neglected.- Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.