Construction Management Inspector - Engineering & Construction/Construction Department

Construction Management Inspector - Engineering & Construction/Construction Department

Salary

$26.46 - $45.39 Hourly

Location

Headquarters: 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 N., San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00212

Department

Engineering and Construction

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Grade 18 - Starting Hourly Rate: $26.46. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Construction Management Inspector is responsible for managing and inspecting construction activities performed by contractors within the potable and non-potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Exercises direct supervision in ensuring contractor compliance with approved plans and specifications and construction standards. Represents SAWS in a decision-making capacity when dealing with customers, contractors, consultants, developers, governmental and regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inspects construction activities and materials for compliance with governmental safety, regulatory compliance, approved plans, specifications, construction standards, permits, and enforces contractor and SAWS quality control plans.
• Calculates, tabulates and authorizes payments to contractors, including accurate accounting of material quantities and measurements in both standard and metric formats.
• Reads and interprets plans, specifications and block maps, and approves minor field changes.
• Maintains mark-up drawings to reflect as-built conditions and reviews contractors red-lined and as-built drawings. Reviews contractors final red-lined drawings and ensures proper submittal of these documents for development of record drawings.
• Reviews, plans, and attends pre-bid, pre-construction and project status meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, and consultants.
• Operates survey equipment including levels, rods, and lasers.
• Reviews and coordinates chlorination and sampling of new lines, service outages, tie-ins, repair of damaged infrastructure, and installation of temporary connections.
• Prepares daily reports, performs inspection walk-throughs, generates punch lists, submits final quantities including measurements, and issues final field acceptance.
• Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve skill levels.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• The Construction Management Inspector works under general supervision/guidance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four years of progressive experience in interpreting project plans and specifications related to the construction and/or maintenance of water and wastewater facilities.
• TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License and Class "II" Wastewater Collection Operator License within 24 months of hire.
• Proficient in the use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution/wastewater collection systems.
• Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
• Confined Space Entry, Competent Person Excavation Safety, Work Zone Traffic Control, and/or Hazardous Materials Certification or obtain within one (1) year of appointment.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• TCEQ Class "B" Distribution Texas Water Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Contact with internal and external customers, contractors, and governmental agencies.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting up to 75 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedule.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• I do NOT have a High School Diploma/GED
• I have a High School Diploma or GED
• I have some college hours (less than 60 credits)
• I have an Associates Degree or equivalent amount of credits (60 credits or more)
• I have a Bachelors Degree
• I have a Masters Degree or higher level of education

02

If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.

03

How many years of progressive experience do you have in interpreting project plans and specifications related to the construction and/or maintenance of water and wastewater facilities?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 year of experience but less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years or more of experience

04

Describe your progressive experience with interpreting project plans and specifications related to the construction and/or maintenance of water and wastewater facilities as outlined in your application/resume. If no experience, enter N/A.

05

Please select the TCEQ License you currently possess:

• TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License
• TCEQ Class "II" Wastewater Collection Operator License
• I have a Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License and/or a Class "II" Wastewater Collection Operator License from another state.
• I do not have the required TCEQ Licenses listed under the "Minimum Requirements". However, I understand I must obtain both TCEQ Licenses within twenty-four (24) months of the start date.

06

List any additional current TCEQ licenses you possess. If none, enter N/A.

07

Describe your experience in the use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution/wastewater collection systems. Provide job title and dates of the position you have this type of experience as outlined in your application/resume. If no experience, enter N/A.

08

Describe your experience in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Provide job titles and dates of the position for which you have this type of experience. If no experience, enter N/A.

09

Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? If so, what type of drivers license do you have?

• Class C
• Class CDL - B
• Class CDL - A
• I do not have a valid drivers license.
• I have a valid drivers license from another state.

10

Select the certification(s) you currently possess.

• No, I dont have any of the certifications identified under the "Minimum Requirements". However, I understand I must obtain all listed certifications within twelve (12) months of the start date.
• Confined Space Entry
• Competent Person Excavation Safety
• Work Zone Traffic Control
• Hazardous Materials Certification

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/