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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E093 Construction Inspector I - II in DECATUR, Texas
Construction Inspector I: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 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 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 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:Construction Inspector I - IICalculates payments due contractors for work completed.Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.Prepares monthly and final estimates.Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.May assist in planning and coordinating office operations.Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.