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Construction Engineer Inspector Jobs in Houston, TX

RS&H

Construction Project Engineer

Houston, TX

$58K - $74K/yr

The Field Engineer will help manage the field inspection of roadway and bridge transportation ... Minimum of 4 years of experience with major road or bridge construction * Licensed Professional ...

RS&H

Construction Project Engineer

Houston, TX

$58K - $74K/yr

We are seeking a Field Engineer for our Transportation-Construction Management team in the Houston ... The Field Engineer will help manage the field inspection of roadway and bridge transportation ...

RS&H

Construction Project Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$58K - $74K/yr

The Field Engineer will help manage the field inspection of roadway and bridge transportation ... Minimum of 4 years of experience with major road or bridge construction * Licensed Professional ...

Harris County

Construction Inspector

Houston, TX

$33K/yr

Inspect materials on construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specifications and drawings, and schedule independent material testing and engineering companies to assist with quality ...

Harris County

Construction Inspector

Houston, TX

$33K/yr

Inspect materials on construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specifications and drawings, and schedule independent material testing and engineering companies to assist with quality ...

Harris County, TX

Construction Inspector

Houston, TX · On-site

Inspect materials on construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specifications and drawings, and schedule independent material testing and engineering companies to assist with quality ...

Turner Construction

Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Construction Compensation: Salaried Exempt Position Description: Manage, evaluate and assess ... Acting as liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors and other ...

Baxter & Woodman

Construction Inspector II

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$30 - $44/hr

Construction Inspector II Location: Houston, TX Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman ... Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors superintendents ...

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How much do construction engineer inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction engineer inspector in Houston, TX is $63,267.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,300.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Are construction engineer inspectors in high demand?

Construction engineer inspectors are in high demand due to ongoing infrastructure projects and the need for quality control in construction. The role requires knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and inspection tools, and employment is expected to grow as construction activity increases.

What is the difference between Construction Engineer Inspector vs Construction Supervisor?

AspectConstruction Engineer InspectorConstruction Supervisor
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications like PE or ICCExperience-based, often with supervisory certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site inspections, quality controlOverseeing daily construction activities
Employer & Industry UsagePublic agencies, contractors, engineering firmsConstruction companies, project sites
Primary FocusEnsuring compliance with plans and codesManaging workforce and project progress

Construction Engineer Inspectors focus on quality control and compliance through inspections, often requiring engineering credentials. Construction Supervisors oversee daily operations and workforce management. While both roles are vital on construction sites, their responsibilities and qualifications differ significantly.

How much do construction engineer inspectors make in the US?

Construction engineer inspectors in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Experienced inspectors with specialized skills or working in high-cost areas can earn higher wages, and the role often requires knowledge of construction codes and inspection tools.
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Infographic showing various Construction Engineer Inspector job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,267 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

Construction Inspector II

HNTB Corporation

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity is for the TxDOT SH 6 Widening Project in Bryan/College Station and/or future projects. The role entails being responsible for providing daily inspection of multiple, routine activities within a given discipline/trade performed by contractor in order to monitor the project's compliance with plans, specifications, and other contract provisions. Maintains daily logs of inspection work which is assigned and reviews discrepancies or changes with the Field Engineer.
What You'll Do:
  • Observes, documents, and verifies work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans. Confirms procedures are followed and material used conforms to specifications.
  • Utilizes engineering inspection practices to perform standard mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work to date.
  • Maintains Inspector's daily report of assigned work activities, contactor labor and equipment, quantity of material received and verified.
  • Performs on-site material testing and produces as-constructed sketches as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:
  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 3 years of construction related experience.
  • All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.

What You'll Bring:
  • Recognizes, resolves, and/or escalates discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
  • Interprets and understands schedules to provide feedback.
  • Experience and understanding of TxDOT plans and specifications.
  • Understands standard testing requirements and methods used by TxDOT.
  • Operates relevant testing equipment for assigned duties.
  • Understands Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills at an advanced level.
  • Calculates complex pay quantities.
  • Identifies, documents, and escalates change conditions.
  • May include night and weekend shifts.

What We Prefer:
  • Range of experience 5-10 years.
  • Experience working in Site Manager.
  • ACI, TxDOT soils and HMA, or NICET certifications.

Additional Information
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Locations:
Houston, TX (Fannin)
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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