Sr. Construction Inspector

Overview

The Senior Construction Inspector for the Treatment Construction team oversees, inspects, and ensures the quality of complex construction projects related to Water/Wastewater treatment facilities. This role involves supervising the construction work and ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and safety standards. The Senior Construction Inspector will collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and engineers to ensure successful project completion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of construction activities like Water/Wastewater treatment plants to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and standards.
• Review and interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications, providing technical guidance and clarification to contractors and construction teams.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to schedule, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, including photographs, documentation of non- compliance issues, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Coordinate and participate in construction meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and potential solutions.
• Ensure all work follows environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and safety protocols.
• Verify that the materials used meet contract specifications and industry standards.
• Assist in resolving field conflicts and discrepancies between design plans and on-site conditions.
• Serve as a liaison between the construction team, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time
• Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ten (10) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring.
• Proof of Automobile Liability Insurance
• Experience in Water/Wastewater treatment plant projects.

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes or No
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes or No
• Drug Screening: Yes or No
• Physical Exam: Yes or No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.