Construction Inspector I-II Huntsville AO

Txdot; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Construction Inspectors I/II for the Huntsville Area Office. This role involves inspecting constructions to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, providing essential support to project engineers, and maintaining safety standards. Employees enjoy a robust benefits package, emphasizing work-life balance, professional growth, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

100% Health Premiums for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in construction inspection preferred for Inspector II.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction methods to ensure compliance with specs.
• Analyze procedures to identify deficiencies.
• Document work progress and issues on construction projects.

Skills

Applicable inspection methods

Engineering principles

Public relations

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Position Information

TxDOT's Huntsville Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector I or II. Are you looking for a long career with a great work life balance in a stable and safe work environment? Are you looking for a job that has many great benefits, opportunities, and retirement? If so, then TxDOT and the Bryan District is calling your name!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Construction Inspector I: $ 45,521 - $ 71,055

Construction Inspector II: $48,244 - $ 76,028

Minimum Salary

: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary

: 76,028.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

: Huntsville-Walker Co Ae/Maint 580 IH 45 N Huntsville 77320

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Location Flexibility : Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:Total Compensation Package
To viewbenefitsavailable to all State of Texas employees visit:Benefitsat a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

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 material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• 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/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: None

Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in Construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support-related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Required to be licensed by the State of Texas for a Commercial Driver's license and endorsements applicable to the types of vehicles/equipment operated, while performing bridge or construction inspection.
• In the Construction Division's Structural Unit, may require certification as a Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Level II and/or Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) awarded by the American Welding Society (AWS).

Preferred Qualifications:

Construction Inspector I

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Construction Inspector II

Includes all duties listed above in addition tothe following:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Serve as a lead worker or project leader
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Job

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

Unposting Date

Job Posting

: Jun 11, 2025, 9:00:45 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist I, Engineering Specialist II State Job Code/s : 2127, 2128

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.