Construction Inspector -IV

Construction Inspector I/II

Construction Inspector I/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 III: 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.

Trains others. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Construction Inspector IV: 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 a consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution. Trains others. May lead the work of professional and technical employees. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for final approval of all engineering‑related work.

May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Work requires contact with other governmental agencies and private entities to include contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self‑supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector I include:

• 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.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Assists in engineering‑related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector II include those listed above and:

• Attends pre‑construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Prepares and reviews correspondence.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector III include those listed above and:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

The essential duties for Construction Inspector IV include those listed above and:

• Ensures inspectors turn in monthly estimates in an accurate…