Senior Construction Inspector

Gfoat; Hutto, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Texas seeks a Senior Construction Inspector in the Public Works department to oversee inspections of public works construction for safety and compliance with engineering plans and codes. The role reports to the Director of Public Works and Construction Inspector Supervisor.

Responsibilities include coordinating inspections, pre-construction meetings, plan reviews, material verification, and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 7 years construction inspection experience in Public Works construction or 10 years’ experience in street maintenance, drainage, water and/or wastewater.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider.
• Prefer completion of construction inspection courses similar to those administered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service.

Responsibilities

• Inspects work quality and materials relating to the construction of public works projects and to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
• Reviews plans and specifications of assigned project and attend pre-construction conferences with engineers, contractors, developers, city staff, etc. to discuss general information of assigned project.
• Checks for construction permits and inspect materials for identification and conformance to specifications.
• Inspects various structures such as street systems, drainage facilities, water and sewer systems, and other construction; check line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures and improvements for conformance with plans, specifications and regulations.
• Takes and prepares samples or observes sampling of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
• Coordinates work with contractors, property owners, developers, City and franchise utilities, and other City departments.
• Prepares a variety of activity records and reports.
• Reviews pay estimates for verification of construction quantities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Senior Construction Inspector

Department: Public Works

Status: Full-Time

FLSA: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general direction of the Director of Public Works and Construction Inspector Supervisor, the Senior Construction Inspector is responsible for inspecting construction of public works projects to ensure safety, compliance with engineering plans, specifications, standards, various codes and departmental policies. Coordinate inspections, close out documents, pre-construction meetings, and meet department needs with other Construction Inspectors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Inspects work quality and materials relating to the construction of public works projects and to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
• Reviews plans and specifications of assigned project and attend pre-construction conferences with engineers, contractors, developers, city staff, etc. to discuss general information of assigned project.
• Checks for construction permits and inspect materials for identification and conformance to specifications.
• Inspects various structures such as street systems, drainage facilities, water and sewer systems, and other construction; check line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures and improvements for conformance with plans, specifications and regulations.
• Takes and prepares samples or observes sampling of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
• Coordinates work with contractors, property owners, developers, City and franchise utilities, and other City departments.
• Prepares a variety of activity records and reports.
• Reviews pay estimates for verification of construction quantities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATION

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
At least 7 years construction inspection experience in Public Works construction or 10 years’ experience in street maintenance, drainage, water and/or wastewater.
OR Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Licenses or Certifications Required
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider.
Prefer completion of construction inspection courses similar to such courses administered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service, including Duties and Responsibilities of Inspectors, Basic Concrete, Underground Utilities, Contract Administration and Management, Reading Plans and Specifications, Basic Surveying, Basic Soil Technology, Contract Documents and Site Preparation, and Basic Asphalt Technology.