TPWD - Engineering Specialist IV (General Construc

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking a General Construction Inspector to perform high-level engineering inspections on statewide construction projects in Austin, TX. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, verifying code compliance, and producing clear inspection reports with independent judgment.

Minimum qualifications include high school or GED, ICC certifications, and a Texas driver’s license; a Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Five years of experience as a Superintendent OR Inspector of multi-disciplinary projects; OR five years in construction inspections with ICC certifications.
• Must possess or obtain a class "C" Texas driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
• Must possess ICC certifications in Commercial/Residential Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Inspector, or Building Official/Plans Examiner.
• Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction/Electrical/Architecture Engineering may substitute for the experience and ICC certificates.
• Two additional years of experience beyond the requirement in construction preferred; licensure options include ICC Code Certification or Texas Master licenses.

Responsibilities

• Inspect statewide Capital Construction and Minor Repair projects for compliance with plans and codes.
• Review plans and specs for errors and code violations.
• Produce timely inspection reports with accuracy and clarity.
• Exercise independent judgment and adhere to agency rules and procedures.
• Provide guidance to less-tenured staff and conduct training as needed.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Code compliance

Reading plans and specs

Communication

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor degree substitute for experience

Tools

Revu BlueBeam

Procore

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=103265andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionTPWD MISSIONTo manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. HIRING CONTACT: Charles Blue: [phone], Email: [e-mail] WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters. 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744 GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of the Field Operations Branch Manager and working with Construction Project Manager's, the General Construction Inspector (CI) performs highly complex (senior-level) engineering work, including, responsible for the inspection of assigned Statewide Capital Construction and Minor Repair projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, design, and applicable codes [i.e., National Electric Code (NEC), International Code Council (ICC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1 Fire Codes, Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) standards, American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Concrete Institute (ACI), Life Safety Codes, and others]. This position is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications for errors, potential problem areas, and code violations throughout the lifecycle of the project. The CI is responsible for producing inspection reports in a timely manner that provide accuracy, brevity, objectivity, clear description of work and/or violations occurring, and completeness. This position makes reasonable decisions in following the intent of the code's technical provisions. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Graduation from High School or GED. Experience:Must possess at least one of the following types of experience: Five years of experience as a Superintendent OR Inspector of multi-disciplinary projects; ORFive years of experience in construction inspections with ICC certifications. Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a class "C" Texas driver's license. Must possess one of the following International Code Council (ICC) Professional Inspector Certifications at time of hire in any of the following areas: Commercial or Residential Building Inspector, Commercial or Residential Electrical Inspector,Commercial or Residential Plumbing Inspector, Commercial or Residential Mechanical Inspector, Certified Building Official, Certified Building Plans Examiner;State Board of Texas Plumbing Inspector License, State Board of Texas Master Plumber, or State of Texas Master Electrical License. NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Architecture Engineering may substitute for the required experience as a Superintendent or Inspector of multi-disciplinary projects and ICC certificates. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience: Two additional years of progressively responsible experience beyond the requirement in the construction field.Licensure: Possession of one of the following at time of hire: ICC Code Certification, State of Texas Master Plumber License, State Board of Texas Plumbing Inspector License, State of Texas Master Electrical License, Certified Building Plans Examiner, or Building Official.

NOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of construction techniques and materials.
• Knowledge of construction safety laws and requirements.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relevant to construction practices.
• Knowledge of International Building Codes, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code, Texas Accessibility Code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) standards, American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Concrete Institute (ACI), Life Safety Codes, and others.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and water/wastewater systems.
• Knowledge and skills needed to review project plans and specifications.
• Knowledge and skills needed to perform required project inspections.
• Knowledge of engineering and data analysis techniques, principles, and theories.
• Knowledge of equipment design and development.
• Knowledge of computer-assisted troubleshooting procedures and techniques.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and other software applications, Revu BlueBeam, Procore, etc.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions.
• Skill in critical thinking.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in the use of a computer and computer-aided design equipment.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of scientific instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ability to provide guidance and technical consultation to less tenured Engineering Specialists.
• Ability to anticipate potential problem areas in order to minimize the impact to construction schedules and/or to minimize additional cost to the department.
• Ability to train less tenured Engineering Specialists.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts to assigned projects.
• Ability to