Construction Manager​/Inspector

Overview

BASIC FUNCTION: The construction manager is responsible for the supervision, review, and performing detailed inspections of the work of construction contractors and sub-contractors on Capital Improvement Projects and other public works construction. This includes managing project assignments, coordinating with contractors and the City’s engineering inspector, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal codes/standards, assuring quality of services, recording findings (including photos), and serving as a direct liaison to contractors, citizens, and other agencies throughout project duration.

The Incumbent is responsible for making day-to-day decisions that ensure public construction projects are built safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and contracts. Works independently under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

• Knowledge: Principles/techniques of reading engineering plans and construction specifications. Safety precautions, rules, and regulations for construction sites. Methods/techniques of inspecting buildings/infrastructure. Materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in public works projects. City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and PWD facility locations. State/federal codes/regulations (TxDOT standards, TCEQ water quality, ADA accessibility).
• Skills: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to inspect work for quality, safety, and contract compliance; ability to work effectively with top level management, supervisors, contractors, and the public.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience: Six (6) years of Public Sector construction inspection experience with at least two (2) years at a supervisory level. An associate degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to two (2) years of college in engineering or related field may substitute for two (2) years experience. A bachelor's degree or higher in management, construction, or engineering may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Licenses and Certificates: Texas class C driver’s license. Certified Storm Water Inspector (preferred).
• Note: Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.