Construction Inspector II or III - Pampa Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation’s Pampa Area Office seeks Construction Inspector II or III to ensure quality and safety on roadways, bridges, and airport-related projects.

You will inspect on-site work, interpret plans, and coordinate with engineers and contractors, with opportunities for hands-on testing and complex inspections. This position offers a yearly salary between $48,244 and $81,351.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Construction Inspector II 1 year; Inspector III 2 years.
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to drive state vehicle.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Inspects roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related structures per plans and specs.
• Interprets plans, calculates payments due to contractors.
• Monitors phasing and safety plans; inspects barricades and traffic control.
• Coordinates inspections and documents results; may act as sole inspector on small projects.

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Construction Inspector II or III - Pampa Area Office (2602812)

Job Description

Construction Inspector II or III - Pampa Area Office - ( 2602812 )

Position Information

This is your chance to take on a role where every day you make a visible difference, ensuring quality and safety on roadways, bridges, and other meaningful projects that keep Texas moving forward. You’ll work side‑by‑side with contractors, lead inspections on complex projects, and tackle real‑world challenges with confidence and creativity. From hands‑on material testing to fabrication site inspections, you’ll gain experience that sets you apart while contributing to projects that millions of Texans rely on. If you’re detail‑driven, safety‑focused, and passionate about building excellence, this is more than a job, it’s your opportunity to leave a lasting mark on Texas transportation.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big!

*The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary: 48,244.00

Maximum Salary: 81,351.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Pampa Ae Office 8559 LOOP 171 Pampa 79065

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours/week; Monday-Friday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays 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 view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at 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.

The essential duties for the Construction Inspector II include:

• Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• 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.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector III include:

• Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• 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.
• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.

Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

• Construction Inspector II = 1 year of experience*
• Construction Inspector III = 2 year(s) of experience*

*Experience must be in 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.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

The required competencies for the Construction Inspector II include:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures.

Considerable knowledge of:

• Basic roadway design
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry.

Additional competencies for Construction Inspector III include

Extensive knowledge of:

• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements.
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Instructing others.
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling-ban-ding legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• 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.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Oct 23, 2026, 6:01:19 PM

Unposting Date

Nov 10, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist II/III State Job Code/s : 2128/2129

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.