Inspection Engineering Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

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 I: 

• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed. 
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards. 
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work. 

• Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections. 

• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others. 

• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 

Construction Inspector II: 

The essential duties for this job include those listed above and the following: 

• Prepares and reviews correspondence. 

Construction Inspector III: 

The essential duties for this job include those listed above and the following: 

• Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications. 

Construction Inspector IV: 

The essential duties for this job include those listed above and the following:

• Coordinates programs and projects to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
• Ensures inspectors turn in monthly estimates in an accurate and timely manner to facilitate payments to contractors. 
• May oversee inspection of Exempt Federal-Aid projects.

• May serve as a lead worker or project leader. 

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Construction Inspector I: No experience required. 

Construction Inspector II: 1 YEAR construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience. 

Construction Inspector III: 2 YEARS construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.

Construction Inspector IV: 3 YEARS construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

• Applicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments

• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps 
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry  
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision
• Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Instructing others

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise. 
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc

• Standing-prolonged periods of time. 

• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Please read the standard conditions of employment: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.