Construction Inspector I or II - Victoria Area Office

The Victoria Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector to help oversee construction projects in the Victoria Area and surrounding counties for the Yoakum District. Construction Inspectors perform detailed inspections and project management for highway construction projects of widely varying size and scope, from major interstate reconstruction, highway rehabilitations, bridge replacements, pedestrian upgrades, and much more. This position may include both office and outdoor work. If you want to build an exciting career and help TxDOT make our Texas roadways safer for all to enjoy, let’s talk!

Salary Plan/Grade:
Construction Inspector I: B18 ($45,521.00 - $71,055.00/yearly)
Construction Inspector II: B19 ($48,244.00 - $76,028.00/yearly)

The Victoria Area Office is looking for a Construction Inspector to help oversee construction projects in the Victoria Area and surrounding counties for the Yoakum District. Construction Inspectors perform detailed inspections and project management for highway construction projects of widely varying size and scope, from major interstate reconstruction, highway rehabilitations, bridge replacements, pedestrian upgrades, and much more. This position may include both office and outdoor work. If you want to build an exciting career and help TxDOT make our Texas roadways safer for all to enjoy, let’s talk!

Salary Plan/Grade:
Construction Inspector I: B18 ($45,521.00 - $71,055.00/yearly)
Construction Inspector II: B19 ($48,244.00 - $76,028.00/yearly)

Victoria Area Engr/Maint Sect (13VICTORCO)
11401 US 59 N
Victoria, 77905

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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)

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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)

Construction Inspector I:

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 materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector II:

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.

Essential Duties for the Construction Inspector I include:

• 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.
• 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.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Ensures fabricators build and repair bridges and related non-bridge highway structures in accordance with plans and
  specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Duties for the Construction Inspector II include:

• Conducts project reviews and coordinates inspections with various inspectors and other district/division project
  managers.
• Performs drafting, design and/or surveying work.
• 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.

• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

  
  

Construction Inspector I:

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 materials tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector II:

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.

Essential Duties for the Construction Inspector I include:

• 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.
• 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.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Ensures fabricators build and repair bridges and related non-bridge highway structures in accordance with plans and
  specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Duties for the Construction Inspector II include:

• Conducts project reviews and coordinates inspections with various inspectors and other district/division project
  managers.
• Performs drafting, design and/or surveying work.
• 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.

• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.