Field Construction Inspector IV/V – Outdoor, Flexible Hours

Texas Department of Transportation; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

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 and Programs

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Mount Pleasant, TX seeks a Construction Inspector IV or V to oversee outdoor inspection work on road and bridge projects. The role involves project coordination, mentoring staff, and ensuring workmanship meets plans and specifications.

The position offers field-based responsibilities with travel and a pay band reflecting IV/V levels, including leadership duties and ongoing training responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work and field inspection responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Trains and mentors staff; may lead a team of inspectors.
• Performs inspection-related work on roadways, bridges, and traffic control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversees construction record-keeping; approves payments and change orders.
• Ensures contractors build per plans and specs; prepares monthly/final estimates.
• Assists Project Engineers in determining inspector staffing needs.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and communicates with contractors and district personnel.
• Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues.
• Monitors safety standards and work progress; may act as lead worker or project leader.

Skills

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Project management

Traffic control

Training others

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inspection methods/tools

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation in Mount Pleasant, TX seeks a Construction Inspector IV or V to oversee outdoor inspection work on road and bridge projects. The role involves project coordination, mentoring staff, and ensuring workmanship meets plans and specifications.

The position offers field-based responsibilities with travel and a pay band reflecting IV/V levels, including leadership duties and ongoing training responsibilities.