Construction Inspector - Heavy Highway

Quiddity; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 ½ Day Work Week

Paid Time Off

Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, & 

401k with Quiddity matching

Profit Sharing

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD

Job summary

Quiddity is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to support heavy highway and transportation projects across the Houston metropolitan area. The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years of roadway inspection experience and a solid grasp of plans, specs, materials testing, and quality control.

The role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure work complies with approved plans and standards, and to contribute to significant transportation improvements in the

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in construction inspection.
• Experience inspecting roadway construction activities.
• Knowledge of TxDOT standards and inspection procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Experience with daily inspection reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections of highway and transportation construction projects.
• Monitor earthwork, drainage, paving, curb, and base construction.
• Inspect contractor work for compliance with plans and standards.
• Document daily activities, labor, equipment use, weather, and progress.
• Verify materials, workmanship, and testing procedures meet specs.
• Coordinate with project teams to address field issues and discrepancies.
• Identify deficiencies and safety concerns; review shop drawings and specs.
• Track quantities, support pay estimates, and maintain records.
• Monitor schedules and communicate delays or conflicts.
• Participate in progress meetings and maintain inspection documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and use daily project documentation tools.

Skills

Construction inspection

TxDOT standards

Plan interpretation

Documentation

Communication

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

PM software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Inspector with a strong background in heavy highway and transportation infrastructure projects to support construction inspection activities throughout the Houston metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience inspecting roadway, highway, and related civil infrastructure projects, with a solid understanding of construction plans, specifications, materials testing, and quality control procedures.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Inspector with a strong background in heavy highway and transportation infrastructure projects to support construction inspection activities throughout the Houston metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience inspecting roadway, highway, and related civil infrastructure projects, with a solid understanding of construction plans, specifications, materials testing, and quality control procedures.

This individual will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and public agency representatives to help ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, applicable standards, and project requirements. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant transportation infrastructure improvements across the Houston region.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections of heavy highway, roadway, and transportation construction projects to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor construction activities, including earthwork, grading, embankments, drainage, storm sewer installation, concrete paving, asphalt paving, curb and gutter, and roadway base construction.
• Inspect contractor work for compliance with project requirements, TxDOT standards, and applicable local agency specifications.
• Document daily construction activities, labor and equipment usage, weather conditions, quantities, and project progress through detailed daily reports.
• Verify construction materials, workmanship, and testing procedures meet project specifications and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, project engineers, construction managers, and agency personnel to address field issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and document construction deficiencies, nonconforming work, and potential safety concerns.
• Review construction plans, shop drawings, and specifications to support field inspection activities.
• Track project quantities, measure completed work, and assist with pay estimates and construction documentation.
• Monitor project schedules and communicate potential delays, conflicts, and construction concerns to the project team.
• Participate in progress meetings and maintain accurate inspection records, photographs, and supporting documentation.
• Follow established safety procedures and applicable construction site requirements.
• Utilize technology on a daily basis to document project progress, track quantities, create as-built plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in construction inspection, preferably on heavy highway, roadway, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience inspecting roadway construction activities, including grading, drainage, paving, and related civil infrastructure improvements.
• Working knowledge of TxDOT construction standards, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing daily inspection reports, tracking quantities, and maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Working knowledge of computer operations, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and project management software.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in an active construction environment and collaborate effectively with project teams.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to construction project sites throughout the Houston metropolitan area.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and walk active construction sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• TxDOT or other applicable roadway construction inspection certifications.
• ACI, OSHA, ATSSA, or other relevant construction and safety certifications.
• Experience working on projects for TxDOT, Harris County, Fort Bend County, the City of Houston, or other municipal and public infrastructure agencies.
• Experience with construction materials testing, documentation, quantity calculations, and contractor pay estimates.
• Familiarity with electronic construction management, reporting, and documentation systems.

About Us

Quiddity is an award-winning, full-service civil engineering, planning, environmental, and surveying firm. We deliver forward-thinking solutions for both public infrastructure and private development projects. With a team of over 700 professionals across 15 offices in Texas and Florida, our design and consulting expertise spans from wastewater treatment and highway design to multi-family housing and master-planned communities. Since 1976, we've been committed to building strong communities—inside and out. This dedication has earned us a place among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Design Firms and regular recognition as a Best Place to Work by regional and local publications. Discover more at quiddity.com.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• 4 ½ Day Work Week
• Paid Time Off
• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan 401k with Quiddity matching
• Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Family Leave-nested?/>