Sr. Construction Inspector

City of Corpus Christi, TX; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Corpus Christi seeks a Senior Construction Inspector for the Treatment Construction team, overseeing complex Water/Wastewater projects and ensuring quality and safety on site. You will supervise construction activities, review plans, and coordinate with project managers, contractors, and engineers to achieve timely, compliant outcomes.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, reporting, environmental compliance, and acting as a liaison among stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Seven (7) years of relevant experience in municipal infrastructure construction or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of water/wastewater construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and standards.
• Review project plans, drawings, and specifications, providing guidance to contractors and teams.
• Monitor contractor performance for schedule, quality, and budget adherence.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with photos and non-conformities.
• Coordinate construction meetings to discuss progress and issues.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and safety protocols.
• Verify materials meet contract specs and industry standards.
• Serve as liaison between construction team, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

November 18, 2026

US:TX:Corpus Christi | Engineering | Full Time

$ 27.61-0.00 USD

Description

Overview

The Senior Construction Inspector for the Treatment Construction team oversees, inspects, and ensures the quality of complex construction projects related to Water/Wastewater treatment facilities. This role involves supervising the construction work and ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and safety standards. The Senior Construction Inspector will collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and engineers to ensure successful project completion.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily inspections of construction activities as Water/Wastewater treatment plants to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and standards
• Reviews and interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications, providing technical guidance and clarification to contractors and construction teams
• Monitors contractor performance to ensure adherence to schedule, quality standards, and budget constraints
• Prepares detailed inspection reports, including photographs, documentation of non-compliance issues, and recommendations for corrective actions
• Coordinates and participates in construction meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and potential solutions
• Ensures all work follows environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and safety protocols
• Verifies materials used to meet contract specifications and industry standards
• Assists in resolving field conflicts and discrepancies between design plans and on-site conditions
• Serves as a liaison between construction team, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt – Full Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Seven (7) years of relevant experience (Municipal Infrastructure Construction or other related fields)

Certifications, Licenses or other requirements

Required

• A valid driver’s license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire
• Proof of Automobile Liability Insurance
• Experience in Water/Wastewater treatment plant projects

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
• FBI Background Check: No
• Police Background Check: No
• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.