Field Inspector - Flood Control Construction

Consor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth & Development

Work-Life Alignment

Wellness benefits

Life insurance & 401(k)

Community & volunteering

Job summary

Consor is seeking a Construction Inspector to monitor contractor activities on heavy civil sites, including earthwork, drainage, and detention pond construction. You will inspect materials and workmanship for compliance with plans, specs, and contract requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in heavy civil, transportation, or TxDOT projects, with strong skills in grading, drainage, erosion control, and field testing. A valid driver’s license is required for on-site work in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of construction inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Will exercise a general understanding of road and bridge construction operations and make engineering computations for pay estimates, inspect construction work, and conduct field material tests.
• Outdoor work environment with potential exposure to weather, noise, and water hazards.
• Physical demands may include lifting up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, observe, document, and verify work in progress to ensure compliance with schedule, documents, and plans.
• Perform complex mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work.
• Maintain inspector's daily report of activities, labor, equipment, and materials.
• Perform on-site material testing and produce as-constructed sketches as required.

Skills

Plan reading

Field testing

Math computations

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Consor is seeking a Construction Inspector to monitor contractor activities on heavy civil sites, including earthwork, drainage, and detention pond construction. You will inspect materials and workmanship for compliance with plans, specs, and contract requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in heavy civil, transportation, or TxDOT projects, with strong skills in grading, drainage, erosion control, and field testing. A valid driver’s license is required for on-site work in outdoor environments.