Civil/Construction Inspector

Actalent; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / time off

Job summary

Actalent in San Antonio is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to support public works projects across transportation, water and sewer, and building sites. You will perform field and office inspections on civil, utility, roadway, and vertical construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, specs, safety standards, and codes.

The role blends on-site field work with thorough documentation and coordination to deliver high-quality, compliant projects.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in construction inspection (roadway, utility, or vertical building)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specs
• Strong documentation and daily reporting skills
• Commitment to safety on active construction sites
• Experience with asphalt, drainage, water, sewer, and land development projects

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on civil, infrastructure, land development, utility, roadway, drainage, and vertical construction projects.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety requirements, and applicable codes.
• Observe, document, and report on contractor workmanship, construction progress, and site conditions.
• Conduct inspections related to asphalt, concrete, utilities, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, sidewalks, and site development improvements.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, inspection logs, photographs, and project documentation.
• Identify deficiencies or non-conforming work and clearly communicate findings to project managers, contractors, and engineering staff.
• Review engineering plans, specifications, contract documents, and project requirements to support inspection activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, project managers, and owners to help resolve field issues and support timely project delivery.
• Track project progress and assist with quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Promote and maintain safe work practices on active construction sites.

Skills

Construction inspection

Roadway inspection

Civil/site construction

Documentation/reporting

Safety compliance

Reading plans

Team coordination

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity for an experienced Construction Inspector to support a diverse portfolio of public works projects in San Antonio, including transportation, water and sewer infrastructure, and building construction. You will perform field and office‑based inspections on civil, infrastructure, land development, utility, roadway, drainage, and vertical construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable codes. The position combines hands‑on site work with thorough documentation and coordination to help deliver high‑quality, compliant projects.

Job Title: Construction Inspector

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on civil, infrastructure, land development, utility, roadway, drainage, and vertical construction projects.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, safety requirements, and applicable codes.
• Observe, document, and report on contractor workmanship, construction progress, and site conditions.
• Conduct inspections related to asphalt, concrete, utilities, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, sidewalks, and site development improvements.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, inspection logs, photographs, and project documentation.
• Identify deficiencies or non‑conforming work and clearly communicate findings to project managers, contractors, and engineering staff.
• Review engineering plans, specifications, contract documents, and project requirements to support inspection activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, project managers, and owners to help resolve field issues and support timely project delivery.
• Track project progress and assist with quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Promote and maintain safe work practices on active construction sites.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction inspection, including roadway, utility, or vertical building inspections.
• Hands‑on experience with roadway inspection, utility inspections, or vertical construction inspections.
• Civil and site construction inspection experience.
• Asphalt inspection experience.
• Experience with roadway, drainage, water, sewer, sidewalk, and land development projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills, including daily reports and photo documentation.
• Experience supporting quality control and quality assurance activities on construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor contractor workmanship and identify non‑conforming work.
• Commitment to safe work practices on active construction sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to municipal or public works projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with water, wastewater, and sewer infrastructure inspection.
• Knowledge of stormwater and drainage system inspection.
• Certifications such as CPESC (Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control) are beneficial.
• Experience with TXDOT-related work or standards is advantageous.
• OSHA 30‑hour safety training is a plus.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, project managers, and owners.
• Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating effectively with office‑based teams.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid field and office environment based in San Antonio. You will spend a significant portion of your time on active construction sites, including roadways, utilities, drainage systems, and vertical construction projects, where you will perform inspections and observe contractor activities. Field work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, construction equipment, and typical site hazards, while office time will focus on reviewing plans, preparing reports, and coordinating with project stakeholders. The role requires appropriate field attire and personal protective equipment suitable for construction sites, as well as the ability to transition between field and office settings as project needs require.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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