Construction Inspector I or II - North Bexar AO

Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II - North Bexar AO (2601794) Job Description Construction Inspector I or II - North Bexar AO - (2601794) Position Information The North Bexar Area Office, located on the North East side of Bexar County, offers construction inspector opportunities with a wide range of scopes and manages $1.3B ongoing projects. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to work with great inspection, contract administrative, and engineering staff that fosters a positive environment for open communication, collaboration, and growth. Annual Salary Ranges Construction Inspector I (B18): $45,521- $71,055 Construction Inspector II (B19): $48,244- $76,028 This position is for a Construction Inspector I or II. 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. Minimum Salary 45,521.00 Maximum Salary 76,028.00 Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status Nonexempt Work Locations North Bexar Area Office 6550 Walzem Road San Antonio 78239 Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift Day Shift Details 40 Location Flexibility Onsite Location Flexibility Details Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Benefits and Perks 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) 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 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. Construction Inspector I Calculates payments due contractors for work completed. 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. Observes and inspects ongoing construction work. Oversees construction record-keeping activities Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Construction Inspector II In addition to the duties listed above Prepares monthly and final estimates Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications Prepares and reviews correspondence Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education Education : High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience Construction Inspector I: None required Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Construction Inspector I Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures Basic traffic management and control procedures The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry Interpreting applicable information Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision Construction Inspector II In addition to the competencies listed above Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Move up to 50 pounds Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise and vibration Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing-prolonged periods of time Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. Job Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular Job Type Standard Job Level Non-Management Job Posting Aug 7, 2026, 9:01:06 PM Unposting Date Aug 22, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist II/I State Job Code/s : 2128, 2127 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Department of Transportation