Construction Inspector I or II

Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II (2602724)

Job Description

Construction Inspector I or II - ( 2602724 )

The Paris District is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented candidate for the Construction Inspector I or II position based at the Paris Headquarters. In this role, you will monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of transportation construction projects while building your knowledge of the highway construction industry.

You will collaborate closely with contractors, project teams, and district staff in both field and office environments. We are looking for someone who demonstrates a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork and delivering quality results.

The Paris District has three core values:
Improve our safety, Value our employees, and Preserve our assets.

This job opening is for one Construction Inspector I or II depending on business need and applicant's qualifications and experience. Qualification and experience will determine the applicant's position and pay. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs

Construction Inspector I – B18 | $45,521 - $71,055 yearly
Construction Inspector II – B19 | $48,244 - $76,028 yearly

45,521.00

76,028.00

Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt

Paris District Headquarters 3500 SW LOOP 286 Paris 75460

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Day Job

Monday - Friday | 8AM to 5PM | 40 Hrs

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. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• 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.
• Drives a state vehicle and ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• 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.
• Performs drafting, design and/or surveying work.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Prepares and reviews correspondence.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
• Serves as a lead worker or project leader.

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Construction Inspector I:
No experience required. Construction Inspector II: 1 YEAR construction, construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or…