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Construction Inspector I - II Bryan Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation

Bryan, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,521–$71,055 Per Year
SKILLS
Algebra, Analysis Skills, Bridge Building, Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Projects, Consulting, Cost Estimates, Data Collection, Driver's License, Geometry, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Moving, Materials Testing, Mentoring, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Tracking, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulatory Compliance, Retirement Plan, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Testing, Transportation Engineering, Trigonometry, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
Bryan, TX
POSTED
Today
Position Information

TxDOT's Bryan Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector I or II. Are you looking for a long career with a great work life balance in a stable and safe work environment? Are you looking for a job that has many great benefits, opportunities, and retirement? If so, then TxDOT and the Bryan District is calling your name!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Construction Inspector I: $ 45,521 - $ 71,055

Construction Inspector II: $48,244 - $ 76,028

Benefits and Perks

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)

Position Description

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 material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:
  • Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
  • Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: None

Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in 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

Licenses and Certifications:
  • Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:

Construction Inspector I
  • Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
  • Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
  • Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
  • Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
  • Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
  • Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
  • Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Construction Inspector II

Includes all duties listed above in addition to the following:
  • Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
  • Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
  • Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
  • Serve as a lead worker or project leader
  • Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
  • Subject to noise
  • Subject to vibration
  • Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
  • Standing-prolonged periods of time
Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
  • 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.

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