Construction Inspector

Port Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Inspector to ensure compliance on construction projects. This role involves inspecting work-in-progress, interpreting blueprints, and collaborating with contractors and engineers to resolve issues. Join a team dedicated to shaping Houston's future through impactful initiatives and exceptional talent. If you are detail-oriented and have a passion for construction and safety, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with a focus on quality and results. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values respect, accountability, and excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction inspection experience required.
• High School diploma is mandatory; degree in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contractor work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Review design drawings and provide customer service to stakeholders.
• Maintain inspection logs and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of local and national building codes

Knowledge of mechanical HVAC

Knowledge of security regulations

Knowledge of construction processes and techniques

Skill in written and verbal communication

Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings

Organization and time management skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Construction documentation software

Job description

Construction Inspector

Are you ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston, we're seeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges of their careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale, delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturing exceptional talent.

When you join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfilling career path. Take the first step in the right direction—are you READY?

Position Summary:

Inspects contractors’ work-in-progress to ensure compliance with Port Houston's plans and specifications on all construction projects. Maintains and evaluates contractor invoices and construction documentation. Corrects detailed design issues with contractor and construction manager.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

1. Inspect work-in-progress by contractors to ensure materials and procedures comply with plans and specifications.
2. Interpret blueprints and drawings for contractors, discuss deviations from plans, and meet with engineers and contractors to resolve misunderstandings.
3. Participate in pre-bid, pre-construction, and routine progress meetings.
4. Inspect and examine workmanship of construction for conformity to specifications.
5. Collaborate with internal and external partners to correct detailed design problems.
6. Maintain inspections log and notes of projects and participate in computing work completed for contractor and testing lab payments estimates; evaluate time extension requests.
7. Schedule all testing by approved labs, schedule projects with Port Operations, and maintain work files of construction projects.
8. Ensure site personnel comply with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, TMUTCD, Coast Guard, and Port Houston security regulations.
9. Review construction material testing reports for accuracy.
10. Review design drawings for future construction projects.
11. Provide customer service to all Port Houston internal and external stakeholders, including Operations division, all employees, and tenants; coordinate and schedule contractors’ sequence of work to achieve a safe, secure, and proficient work site not to interrupt Port Operations.
12. Perform warranty inspections and post-construction services.
13. Perform weekly environmental storm water inspections and maintenance reports for compliance with site-specific Storm Water Pollution Protection Plan devices.
14. Provide inspection during overseas fabrication and erection of all RTG and ship-to-shore cranes.
15. Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you).
16. Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

1. High School diploma or equivalency required.
2. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution preferred.
3. 3+ years related construction inspection experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

1. Knowledge of local and national building codes.
2. Knowledge of mechanical HVAC.
3. Knowledge of security regulations.
4. Knowledge of construction processes and techniques.
5. Skill in written and verbal communication.
6. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
7. Organization and time management skills.
8. Ability to work independently.
9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
10. Ability to meet scheduled deadlines.
11. Ability to perform written calculations and produce project documentation.
12. Ability to ensure contractor's strict adherence to materials and procedures in plans and specifications.
13. Attention to detail.
14. A current, valid Texas driver's license is required.
15. A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment and be maintained for the duration of employment.

Key Competencies Required:

1. Achieving Results.
2. Customer Focus.
3. Effective Communication.
4. Focus Upon Quality.
5. Pragmatic Decision Making.
6. Safety.

Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.