Senior Public Works Construction Inspector

City-of-SAN-Antoni; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Work boots provided

Department-issued work vehicle

Tools provided

Opportunities to obtain professional

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform journey-level inspections of public capital projects. You will inspect bridges, sewer lines, and roadwork, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

Role requires indoor/outdoor work, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, and coordinating with contractors and utilities to minimize service disruption. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in public work project inspections.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
• Bachelor's in Construction Management preferred.
• Three years of experience in Construction Management, Materials Testing, or Public Works Maintenance (preferred).
• Experience reading and understanding construction plans.
• Experience inspecting streets, drainage systems, or sidewalk trenches.

Responsibilities

• Inspect bridges, drill shafts, columns, embankments, wing walls, and guard rails.
• Inspect sewer mains for line/grade levels and conduct air tests.
• Resolve complaints from the public on construction activities.
• Coordinate construction/repair work between contractors and utilities to minimize service disruption.
• Communicate with public and officials regarding construction sequences.
• Coordinate with divisions to clean sewers, set up traffic signs, and barricade hazards.
• Ensure contractor safety compliance per OSHA rules.
• Prepare and maintain daily project logs and estimates.
• Verify materials/work conform to specifications.
• Assist in training junior inspectors.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Communication

Engineering calculations

Independent judgment

Safety compliance

Public interaction

Problem solving

Planning & coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Construction Management (preferred)

Tools

Instrument/Level

Laser

Slump Cone

Scale

Nuclear Density Gauge

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform journey-level inspections of public capital projects. You will inspect bridges, sewer lines, and roadwork, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

Role requires indoor/outdoor work, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, and coordinating with contractors and utilities to minimize service disruption. Training and advancement opportunities are available.