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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E095 Construction Inspector I, II or III in San Antonio, 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 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 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 airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.Prepares monthly and final estimates.Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Construction Inspector IIIn addition to the duties listed aboveHandles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.Construction Inspector IIIIn addition to the duties listed aboveAssists Project Engineers in determining number of inspectors needed on assigned projects.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.Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.