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E093 Construction Inspector I, II, III (Pecos)
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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Pecos, TX (In Person)
$68,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Position range in Permian Basin $43k - $93k Per Year E093 Construction Inspector
Construction Inspector IIIInspects 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. [Trains others]. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence].
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 adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
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 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.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and 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.
Observers and inspects ongoing construction work.
Resolves difference in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to managementAttends 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.
Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project
I, II, III
(Pecos)TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Occupation:
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherLocation:
PECOS, TX - 79772
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
05/20/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Selection RequiredUpdated:
05/22/2026Expires:
06/19/2026Agency Job ID:
2601193 Job #: 17017552 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for .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 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 IIIInspects 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. [Trains others]. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence].
Essential Duties:
Construction Inspector I:
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 adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
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 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.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector II:
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and 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.
Observers and inspects ongoing construction work.
Resolves difference in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Construction Inspector III:
Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to managementAttends 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.
Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project