E093 Construction Inspector I or II - Abilene Area Office

Construction Inspector

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.

Essential Duties the Construction Inspector I :

Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections. Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management. Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees. Calculates payments due contractors for work completed. Conducts project reviews and inspections with FHA or FAA inspectors and district / division project managers. Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time / cost estimates. Coordinates communication between district / division / Department of Public Safety and other external entities. 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. Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products. May assist in planning and coordinating office operations. 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. 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. Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections. Prepares monthly and final estimates. 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. Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations. Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Duties for the 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. Prepares and reviews correspondence. Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel. Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections. Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management. Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees. Calculates payments due contractors for work completed. Conducts project reviews and inspections with FHA or FAA inspectors and district / division project managers. Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time / cost estimates. Coordinates communication between district / division / Department of Public Safety and other external entities. 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. Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products. May assist in planning and coordinating office operations. 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. 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. Supports district maintenance personnel in charge of district routine maintenance inspections. Prepares monthly and final estimates. 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. Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods. Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations. Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.