Construction Inspector I, II, or III- Liberty AO

TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking to add to our team of dedicated Construction Inspectors. If you have construction and inspection experience, and are looking to build your skills, gain construction/engineering experience, and grow your career; then, TXDOT’s Beaumont District is the place for you!

This position reports to the Liberty Area Office which is comprised of a diverse staff that includes licensed engineers, inspectors, designers, recordkeepers, and engineering assistants. TXDOT offers outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth/ advancement, work/life balance and supports construction inspectors through the Inspector Development Program, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification, Hot Mix Asphalt Training and Certification, as well as soil, flex base and aggregate certifications. Start growing your professional career with TXDOT, apply today! The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's skill level, education, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Construction Inspector I (B18): $45,521 - $71,055/yearly

Construction Inspector II (B19): $48,244 - $76,028/yearly

Construction Inspector III (B20): $51,158 - $81,351/yearly

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's skill level, education, work experience, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking to add to our team of dedicated Construction Inspectors. If you have construction and inspection experience, and are looking to build your skills, gain construction/engineering experience, and grow your career; then, TXDOT’s Beaumont District is the place for you!

This position reports to the Liberty Area Office which is comprised of a diverse staff that includes licensed engineers, inspectors, designers, recordkeepers, and engineering assistants. TXDOT offers outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth/ advancement, work/life balance and supports construction inspectors through the Inspector Development Program, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification, Hot Mix Asphalt Training and Certification, as well as soil, flex base and aggregate certifications. Start growing your professional career with TXDOT, apply today! The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's skill level, education, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Construction Inspector I (B18): $45,521 - $71,055/yearly

Construction Inspector II (B19): $48,244 - $76,028/yearly

Construction Inspector III (B20): $51,158 - $81,351/yearly

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's skill level, education, work experience, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

Liberty Ae/Liberty Maint (20LIBERTCO)
209 LAYL DR
Liberty, 77575

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Construction Inspector I and II:

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector III:

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. [Trains others]. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. [Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence].

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others. - Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector II:

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
• Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector III:

• Assists Project Engineers in determining number of inspectors needed on assigned projects.
• Ensures prompt notification and/or repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling public or more costly to repair if neglected.
• Informs plant personnel of material or production problems, rejects substandard material and assists in determining cause for material problems.
• Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.
• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
• Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.

Construction Inspector I and II:

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector III:

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. [Trains others]. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. [Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence].

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others. - Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.