Construction Inspector IIInspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.Construction Inspector IIIInspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Trains others. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Construction Inspector IVOversees inspection of construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications, acts as a consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution. Trains others. May lead the work of professional and technical employees. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for final approval of all engineering-related work. May perform material tests/manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Work requires contact with other governmental agencies and private entities to include contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.Essential Duties: Construction Inspector IIHandles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.Ensures fabricators build and repair bridges and related non-bridge highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Construction Inspector IIIIncludes all essential duties listed for Construction Inspector II as well as:Assists Project Engineers in determining number of inspectors needed on assigned projects.Ensures prompt notification and repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling public or more costly to repair if n glected.Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Construction Inspector IVIncludes all essential duties listed for Construction Inspector II and III as well as:Ensures inspectors turn in monthly estimates in an accurate and timely manner to facilitate payments to contractors.May assist in planning and coordinating office operations.Coordinates inspection schedules, traffic control needs, and access issues directly with district personnel.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.