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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E093 Construction Inspector I-III in Orange, Texas
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.Essential Duties:Construction Inspector I:Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.Calculates payments due to contractors for work completed.Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractor's superintendents on work progress and construction problems, reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standardsEnsures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specificationsObserves and inspects ongoing construction workPerforms other job responsibilities as assignedConstruction Inspector II:The above and:Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methodsPerforms other job responsibilities as assignedConstruction Inspector III:The above and:Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnelMay assist in planning and coordinating office operationsObserves and inspects ongoing construction workPerforms other job responsibilities as assigned.