Senior Public Works Construction Inspector (Lead)

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Work boots provided

Department-issued work vehicle

Tools provided

Professional certifications provided

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a lead Construction Inspector to oversee the safe and economical inspection of public works projects such as streets, bridges, and utilities. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with engineers, and ensuring adherence to plans and specifications on site and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities include preparing daily payment statements, liaising with residents, training inspectors, and ensuring OSHA safety rules are followed while collecting

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Five years of experience in public works projects or inspections.
• Knowledge of streets, bridges, sewer, sewage treatment plants, and drainage systems construction.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret plans, blueprints, specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares working day statements to calculate monthly estimates for payment to contractors.
• Meets regularly with consulting engineer to discuss project status and any project related problems.
• Meets with residents and community groups to discuss construction related problems.
• Trains Construction Inspectors on writing letter of acceptance for completed projects.
• Utilizes surveying or construction engineering equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Coordinates construction or repair activities between contractors and utility companies to avoid conflicts and minimize service disruption.
• Ensures contractor conforms with safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Conducts inspections for Curb, Sidewalk, and approaches.
• Assembles and records precise comprehensive documentary information substantiating the quality and quantity of work performed.

Skills

Communication

Plan interpretation

Independent judgment

Construction inspection

Safety knowledge

Team coordination

Physical ability

Contractor relations

OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Instrument/Level

Laser

Slump Cone

Scale

Nuclear Density Machine

MS Teams

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a lead Construction Inspector to oversee the safe and economical inspection of public works projects such as streets, bridges, and utilities. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with engineers, and ensuring adherence to plans and specifications on site and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities include preparing daily payment statements, liaising with residents, training inspectors, and ensuring OSHA safety rules are followed while collecting