Job Details

Project Inspector

Project Inspector, under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Public Works, ensures quality and compliance for Temple infrastructure (water/sewer, streets, drainage). This role focuses on on-site inspections, plan review, and quality assurance to ensure adherence to standards, manage testing, and facilitate communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts on-site inspections of infrastructure construction (water/sewer, streets, drainage), coordinates testing, and reviews reports
• Ensures compliance with the City's Drainage Criteria and Design Manual (DCM) during permit reviews and inspections for drainage and erosion control
• Responds to citizen concerns about drainage, erosion, water, and sewer issues with site visits and photographic assessments
• Reviews infrastructure construction plans for specification and code adherence and performs design/plat reviews as needed
• Maintains detailed project records, including daily logs, photos, and electronic files
• Verifies monthly payment estimates for City projects
• Communicates effectively with engineers, City departments, contractors, and developers
• Interprets plans/specifications, reviews cut sheets, and inspects installed materials
• Prepares for and oversees various tests (hydrostatic, purity, pressure, sub-grade, asphalt)
• Reports construction project progress to the City Engineer or Project Manager
• Follows the city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree in Construction Engineering Technology or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in construction engineering technology or related field

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.