Construction Inspector

Job Description:

Construction Inspector

Description

1. Locates and marks existing Padre Dam facilities in the field using engineering drawings, computer databases, visual identifiers and specialized equipment.
2. Assists Padre Dan's Right-of-Way Agent with the location, monitoring and documentation of easement encroachments, erosion problems and other easement issues.
3. Schedules and attends field meetings with contractors and other agencies.
4. Updates, maintains and organizes location and inspection project drawings, files and records.
5. Coordinates construction projects with all Padre Dam departments, other public agencies and the general public.
6. Inspects and approves all Padre Dam facilities construction work performed by private contractors.  Work may include: earthwork, masonry, pipeline, welding, valves, manholes, meters, pump stations, paving and landscaping.
7. Documents progress and details of construction work with daily reports, digital photographs, field notes and all other project records using a computer with Windows-based software. Must also know how to archive and retrieve reports.
8. Prepares progress reports, approves and recommends acceptance of progress payments, change orders and final project to Padre Dam.
9. Notifies contractor whenever a violation of safety procedures is observed in the field.
10. Responds to, resolves and documents customer inquiries and complaints.
11. Reviews plans, submittals, specifications, contract documents and soils reports.
12. Confers with Padre Dam engineering staff and contractor regarding work or materials that deviate from plans/specifications, and ensures that approved work meets Padre Dam standards.
13. Reviews survey data and procedures to verify line, grade and locations and accurately established and confirms that they are adhered to during construction.
14. Coordinates and monitors the disinfection/chlorination of newly constructed facilities to ensure that regulations are followed.
15. Responds to after hour emergencies.
16. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Salary:

$31.70