Construction Inspector -II Brenham AO

Job Description

TxDOT's Brenham 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.

• Construction Inspector I: $45,521 - $71,055
• Construction Inspector II: $48,244 - $76,028

Minimum Salary: $45,521.00

Maximum Salary: $76,028.00

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Brenham‑Washington Co Ae/Maint 1821 HIGHWAY 105 Brenham 77833

Yes, 10 % of the Time.

Day Job Shift Details: 40 hours;
Location Flexibility:
Onsite

• 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.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website:
Total Compensation Package. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov).

• 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.
• 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.

High School Graduate or Equivalent in general high school studies.

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. Related college education or relevant technical training…