Lead Inspector, Transportation Construction

Dallas City Hall; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas City Hall invites applications for Inspector III - Construction within the Transportation & Public Works division. The role conducts skilled inspections of public works projects, enforces safety and code compliance, and leads other inspectors on complex tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus four years of inspection experience or an associate degree with two years’ experience. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of city, state, or federal codes, ordinances, rules and standards in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of performing inspections and determining non-compliant issues.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to produce written documents/reports with clearly organized thoughts.
• Ability to keep accurate records; comprehend and make inferences from written material.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
• Ability to assist and provide guidance for other personnel performing inspections and related work.

Responsibilities

• Inspects assigned public works construction projects for compliance with safety, codes, and regulations.
• Issues notices of violation and conducts follow-up inspections for corrections.
• Inspects various construction projects to ensure conformity with standards.
• Oversees other inspectors, coordinates with engineers and contractors to meet specs.
• Sets inspection routes, documents findings, and prepares pass/fail reports.
• Maintains material records and verifies quantities before payment.
• Provides professional customer service and guidance to project stakeholders.
• Performs additional duties as needed.

Skills

Code compliance knowledge

Plan reading & interpretation

Written reports

Communication (oral & written)

Record keeping

Customer service

Inspection leadership

Team collaboration

Fieldwork adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Dallas City Hall invites applications for Inspector III - Construction within the Transportation & Public Works division. The role conducts skilled inspections of public works projects, enforces safety and code compliance, and leads other inspectors on complex tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus four years of inspection experience or an associate degree with two years’ experience. A valid driver’s license is required.