Construction Inspector

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg:
Brownsville:
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m.

- 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs

Robert

C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe

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Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SRGV
9108

Working Title

Working Title CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Location Edinburg, Texas

Department

Department Planning and Construction

FTE

FTE 1.0

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Scope of Job

To inspect and ensure quality control and compliance of construction projects by monitoring and documenting construction activities, verifying adherence to contract specifications, coordinating testing and inspections, and assisting in resolving construction-related issues. Responsible for maintaining accurate construction project records, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to support the successful completion of assigned projects.

Description of Duties

• Conducts daily observations of construction work to ensure compliance and quality work is being performed based on approved contract drawings, specifications, Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, and approved submittals and shop drawings.
• Prepares and issues detailed observation reports identifying conditions of non-compliance, referencing relevant schematics and specifications project manager in charge.
• Provide expert guidance on building code interpretations and construction standards to project teams, contractors, and university stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and project success.
• Collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies to resolve construction deficiencies and ensure adherence to approved plans, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Responsible for monitoring and documenting construction activities, verifying adherence to contract specifications, coordinates testing and inspections, and assists in resolving construction-related issues with contractors and management.
• Oversees the commissioning process, including equipment testing, functional performance tests, and the integration of interrelated building systems. Tracks and ensures resolution of deficiency logs.
• Design and implement inspection protocols, quality assurance standards, and evaluation processes to enhance identification of compliance issues and improve departmental effectiveness.
• Interpret and apply extensive knowledge of building codes, industry standards, and university policies to advise on construction planning and facilities management objectives.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and conducts regular on-site visits and meetings. Facilitates pre-installation meetings between contractors and subcontractors before starting work on key systems such as roofing, glazing, precast panels, curtain walls, waterproofing, foundations, and structural framing.
• Monitors project closeout procedures, including review of Operations & Maintenance manuals, as-builts, punch lists, and warranty walk-throughs. Generates punch lists for inspections, including above-ceiling and open-wall checks, and verifies the resolution of deficiencies.
• Organizes and maintains on-site project documentation, including inspection and test reports, RFIs, Architect’s Supplemental Instructions (ASIs), and project change control documents.
• Coordinates compliance with building and safety codes.
• Attends to early morning, evening, or after-hours…