Municipal Construction Inspector

The Municipal Inspector is responsible for inspecting construction projects within the city to ensure compliance with municipal codes, ordinances, and specifications. This position places a strong emphasis on transportation infrastructure, requiring direct experience with TXDOT standards, procedures, and documentation.

• Inspect public infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, sidewalks, storm drains, water/sewer lines, and traffic control devices.
• Ensure all work meets TXDOT and city specifications, design plans, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Perform daily site visits to monitor construction progress, materials, methods, and quality of work.
• Review and interpret civil engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain accurate and detailed inspection reports, including photos, measurements, and notes.
• Assist in preparing punch lists and coordinating project closeouts.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, utility providers, and the public.
• Serve as a liaison between city departments and TXDOT during joint projects or state-funded construction.
• Monitor compliance with erosion control, traffic control, and safety practices.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings and project walkthroughs.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in construction technology, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in civil construction inspection, with at least 2 years working directly on TXDOT projects.
• Knowledge of TXDOT construction specifications, standard sheets, testing procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Experience with construction logs, pay apps and RFI’s.

Certifications (preferred or required):

• Certified Inspector through TXDOT or equivalent agency.
• OSHA 10/30 Certification.
• TCEQ certifications (as needed for water/wastewater projects).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of municipal and TXDOT construction standards and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and construction schedules.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation with contractors and consultants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inspection/reporting software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

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