ROW Construction Inspector Supervisor

The ROW/Construction Inspector Supervisor will be under the direction of the Road & Bridge Director. Oversee and coordinates testing and inspections for construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, codes, and specifications. He/ She will visually inspect construction procedures and materials. Schedule and observe all material testing to ensure compliance with project specifications. Review and approve material submittals, shop drawings, review project documents and specifications, report results verbally and in writing.

• Review plans, specifications, notes, and shop/working drawings for assigned activities.
• Responsible for scheduling/overseeing, testing and conformance of contractor work on various projects to ensure plans, specifications, materials, traffic control & SWPPP, quality assurance and safety standards are met.
• Schedule and maintain testing contract with testing consultants.
• Ensure all materials, procedures and safety rules comply with the latest Midland County Standards & Specifications.
• Prepare and submit accurate, comprehensive, inspection reports along with materials test results electronically with photographs to the Road & Bridge Director & Construction Inspector Supervisor.
• Efficiently operate a computer and/or portable tablet for documentation.
• Maintain records, review pay applications and prepare reports on project status and compliance.
• Document and immediately report any non-compliance actions and safety violations to the Road & Bridge Director.
• Learn and understand permit process along with inspections.
• Maintaining positive relationships with contractors, consultants, and business partners.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours.
• Effectively operate surveying equipment for grade checks.
• Ability to visually examine construction materials and proper methods.
• Attend and participate in scheduled construction meetings.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Help with Road & Bridge when no construction testing or inspections are needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises inspection team, including assigning and reviewing all inspection aspects from current projects.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or its equivalent. Associates degree in an engineering field preferred but not required. Minimum 5 years of experience in roadway/highway construction/inspection to include but not limited to dirt grading and compaction, asphalt placement and compaction and concrete placement along with Midland County Standards & Specifications. 

KNOWLEDGE OF

Various types of soils, asphalt and concrete. Understand the process of soils, asphalt and concrete testing. Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

SKILL/ABILITY TO

Analyze, evaluate and manage overall safety, personnel and material testing relating to road construction and maintenance. Review plans, specifications, notes, and shop/working drawings for construction activities. Oversee and coordinate inspections and testing for construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, codes, and specifications. Communicate with stakeholders and residents as it pertains to capitol projects as well as permitted projects.