Construction Inspector - Heavy Highway

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Inspector with a strong background in heavy highway and transportation infrastructure projects to support construction inspection activities throughout the Houston metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience inspecting roadway, highway, and related civil infrastructure projects, with a solid understanding of construction plans, specifications, materials testing, and quality control procedures.

This individual will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and public agency representatives to help ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, applicable standards, and project requirements. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant transportation infrastructure improvements across the Houston region.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections of heavy highway, roadway, and transportation construction projects to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor construction activities, including earthwork, grading, embankments, drainage, storm sewer installation, concrete paving, asphalt paving, curb and gutter, and roadway base construction.
• Inspect contractor work for compliance with project requirements, TxDOT standards, and applicable local agency specifications.
• Document daily construction activities, labor and equipment usage, weather conditions, quantities, and project progress through detailed daily reports.
• Verify construction materials, workmanship, and testing procedures meet project specifications and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, project engineers, construction managers, and agency personnel to address field issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and document construction deficiencies, nonconforming work, and potential safety concerns.
• Review construction plans, shop drawings, and specifications to support field inspection activities.
• Track project quantities, measure completed work, and assist with pay estimates and construction documentation.
• Monitor project schedules and communicate potential delays, conflicts, and construction concerns to the project team.
• Participate in progress meetings and maintain accurate inspection records, photographs, and supporting documentation.
• Follow established safety procedures and applicable construction site requirements.
• Utilize technology on a daily basis to document project progress, track quantities, create as-built plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in construction inspection, preferably on heavy highway, roadway, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience inspecting roadway construction activities, including grading, drainage, paving, and related civil infrastructure improvements.
• Working knowledge of TxDOT construction standards, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing daily inspection reports, tracking quantities, and maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Working knowledge of computer operations, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and project management software.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in an active construction environment and collaborate effectively with project teams.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to construction project sites throughout the Houston metropolitan area.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and walk active construction sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• TxDOT or other applicable roadway construction inspection certifications.
• ACI, OSHA, ATSSA, or other relevant construction and safety certifications.
• Experience working on projects for TxDOT, Harris County, Fort Bend County, the City of Houston, or other municipal and public infrastructure agencies.
• Experience with construction materials testing, documentation, quantity calculations, and contractor pay estimates.
• Familiarity with electronic construction management, reporting, and documentation systems.

About Us

Quiddity is an award-winning, full-service civil engineering, planning, environmental, and surveying firm. We deliver forward-thinking solutions for both public infrastructure and private development projects. With a team of over 700 professionals across 15 offices in Texas and Florida, our design and consulting expertise spans from wastewater treatment and highway design to multi-family housing and master-planned communities. Since 1976, we've been committed to building strong communities - inside and out. This dedication has earned us a place among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Design Firms and regular recognition as a Best Place to Work by regional and local publications. Discover more at quiddity.com.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• 4 ½ Day Work Week
• Paid Time Off
• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan 401k with Quiddity matching
• Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Other Benefits

EEO STATEMENT

Quiddity is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. Quiddity strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

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