Inspector III - Construction - Transportation & Public Works; Civil Service

Position: Inspector III - Construction - Transportation & Public Works (Civil Service)
## Inspector III
- Construction
- Transportation & Public Works (Civil Service)
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August 12, 2026 (11 days left to apply) job requisition :
24-21648
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** Job Summary
**** Job Description
**** Overview
* * The Inspector III - Transportation Construction performs skilled professional inspections for construction projects impacting the public works utilities and related infrastructure. Monitors compliance, enforces regulations, and provides leadership for other inspectors.
** Essential Functions
**** 1
* * Conducts inspections in an assigned public works construction projects to determine compliance with safety, structural, zoning, plans, and/or applicable codes and ordinances; investigates alleged violations of federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations; ensures corrections are made for deficiencies and assists in determining methods to achieve conformance.  
** 2
* * Develops and issues notices of violation and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made; provides information to customers regarding codes and other regulatory requirements.
** 3
* * Inspects a variety of construction projects completed by contractors and other entities to ensure  compliance with city's paving, utility, and construction standards.
** 4
* * Monitors and oversees the work of other inspectors and solves more challenging inspection related problems; interacts and collaborates with engineers, contractors, and other agencies to ensure appropriate specifications are met for project compliance.
** 5
* * Establishes inspection route and organizes inspection work; drives to various sites, documents inspection findings, and develops pass or fail reports accordingly; submits all information and evidence to ensure deficiencies are corrected.
** 6
* * Keeps an approved list of new materials used in construction and changes in relevant codes and ordinances; measures, monitors, and tracks quantities of materials and services used during construction and maintains an accurate record of events to verify contractor's invoice quantities prior to payment.
** 7
* * Performs professional customer service; engages and communicates with contractors, engineers, and other individuals involved in construction projects and related areas; provides direction and leadership for other inspectors.
** 8
* * Performs all other work as needed or assigned.
** Knowledge and Skills
**** 1
* * Knowledge of city, state, or federal codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and standards in construction and related projects.  
** 2
* * Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
** 3
* * Knowledge of performing inspections and determining non-compliant issues.
** 4
* * Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
** 5
* * Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
** 6
* * Ability to produce written documents/reports with clearly organized thoughts.
** 7
* * Ability to keep accurate records; comprehend and make inferences from written material.
** 8
* * Knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
** 9
* * Ability to assist and provide guidance for other personnel performing inspections and related work.
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

**** EDUCATION
* ** High school diploma or GED equivalent.
** EXPERIENCE
* ** Four (4) years of experience inspecting the design/construction/maintenance of streets, storm drainage systems, water/sewer mains, water/wastewater facilities and/or bridge improvements projects.
** EQUIVALENCIES
* ** Associate degree (or higher) in a construction Management or Engineering field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
** LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
*** Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
** OTHER REQUIREMENTS
*** Subject to fieldwork conditions.
** Salary Range**$55,432.00 - $65,062.40

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.