Senior Public Infrastructure Inspector

City of Houston, TX; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an experienced Public Infrastructure Inspector (Tier II) to inspect civil construction sites for compliance with specifications and contract documents. You will document daily activities with photos across architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and piping aspects.

Requires CPII certification within the first year and a Texas driver's license. Five years of construction inspection experience preferred; bachelor’s degree may substitute up to four years.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proficiency with computer applications relevant to field inspection and reporting.
• Analytical problem-solving attitude and ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Inspect civil construction sites to ensure compliance with specs and contracts.
• Record daily construction activity reports with photos across disciplines.
• Prepare documentation for plan modifications, contractor progress, and lab activities.
• Verify materials and equipment align with submittals and specs.
• Submit technical test reports, pay estimates, and change orders.
• Attend progress meetings and provide on-site inspections.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Applications accepted from:

All Person Interested

Division:

Engineering & Construction/Facilities

Reporting Location:

5005 Mitchelldale St, Ste 130

Workdays & Hours:

M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. *

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspect various civil construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specification and contract documents. Prepare and record daily construction activity reports with photos encompassing architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and piping project details. List specific details on plan modifications, contractor work progress, equipment usage, and laboratory activities. Calculate project material usage in accordance to project specification. Verify project materials, data, and equipment which correlate with approved submittals and project specification. Prepare and submit technical test reports and pay estimates with invoices. Review, prepare, and submit constructability reviews at various design stages of civil construction projects. Mentor Public Infrastructure Inspectors and Trainees. Review project change orders and request for information. Attend construction progress meetings and on-site field observations/inspection walkthroughs. Investigate and respond to inquiries from City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors, civic groups and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position routinely requires lifting moderately heavy items (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods standing, walking, and including whatever means necessary to climb stairs and the ability to perform and negotiate field hazards on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness, and unpleasant air conditions. This position may involve exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Five (5) years of skilled experience related to construction are required.

Substitution: A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field may substitute for up to four years of the experience requirement. Vocational training and education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires certification as a Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) by the American Public Works Association or an industry-recognized equivalent certification within the first year of employment in the job.

Preferred: Certificates of completion in one (1) or more fields of expertise (i.e. concrete, electrical, etc.) offered by any public or private agency (i.e. Department of Transportations) or other independent provider.

Must have valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (A.P. 2-2).

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in construction and inspection. Moderate communication skills, both orally and in writing, problem-solving attitude, and computer skills will be preferred.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most quali**fi**ed candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None. However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

Yes. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information:

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE:

19