City of San Antonio

Construction Inspections Manager

City of San Antonio$74K — $111K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Five years of supervisory experience in construction management or related field
  • Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement inspection procedures for quality control
  • Coordinate inspections with various city departments
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff
  • Participate in pre-bid and pre-construction meetings with stakeholders
  • Plan and coordinate all phases of construction inspections
  • Review daily logs and approve time sheets for Construction Inspectors
  • Conduct final inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications

Benefits

  • Subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees
  • Paid disability benefits
  • Paid life insurance
  • Automatic participation in a pension program with 2:1 matching contribution
Full Job Description
Salary: $74,200.36 - $111,300.54 Annually
Location : 100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Capital Delivery Department
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing supervisory and administrative work, and overseeing the activities of the construction inspections. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work LocationCity Tower - 100 W Houston Street, San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Schedule7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

  • Develops and implements procedures which ensure construction inspections are performed at appropriate intervals and result in quality control.
  • Coordinates inspection efforts with the Street Maintenance, Capital Programs, Traffic Operations, Storm Water Operations, Right of Way, and other departments.
  • Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff.
  • Participates in construction related meetings (including pre-bid and pre-construction) with contractors, consultants, state agencies, and utility providers to ensure projects are completed timely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans and specifications.
  • Plans, assigns, and coordinates all phases of construction inspections.
  • Reviews and approves the daily logs and time sheets prepared by Construction Inspectors.
  • Evaluates contractors' construction performance at different stages of project completion and assists with change order negotiations, when necessary.
  • Conducts final inspections on completed work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Assists Construction Inspectors with complex and/or unusual field problems, providing technical assistance as needed.
  • Evaluates cost proposals and requests for contract time extensions.
  • Ensures documentation/filing and project close out is done properly.
  • Participates in meetings with citizen groups, community associations, and the public to discuss project related issues.
  • Ensures that plans and specifications are reviewed for constructability.
  • Advises management on construction problems, delays, quality control, and presents possible solutions.
  • Reviews and approves contractor's requests for payment.
  • Prepares construction related reports, correspondence, and assists in the preparation of ordinances for City Council Action.
  • Oversees and coordinates material testing and quality control efforts associated with construction projects.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Five (5) years of supervisory experience in construction projects management/inspections or supervisory experience in a construction related field.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Civil/public works experience (roadway, drainage, utilities).
  • Inspector supervision and strong field documentation discipline.
  • Contractor coordination, including pay apps, change orders, and schedule/delay review.
  • Strong plan/spec reading and utility coordination skills.
  • Clear communicator with public-meeting and project closeout experience.

Applicant Information

  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of project review and inspection procedures, practices, and methods.
  • Knowledge of construction material testing procedures, methods, and techniques.
  • Knowledge of project inspections procedures, methods, and practices.
  • Knowledge of construction project engineering practices, methods, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of basic budgeting principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
  • Knowledge of change order process/management negotiations.
  • Knowledge of evaluating/reviewing schedules.
  • Knowledge of daily logs/construction inspections documents.
  • Ability to determine acceptance/rejection of work.
  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
  • Proficient in operating a personal computer and utilizing available software (Microsoft Office, etc.).
  • Ability to coordinate and assist review of as-built documents and project close-out.
  • Ability to develop plans, procedures, and policies related to construction project monitoring inspection/management.
  • Ability to review construction engineering plans and specifications for constructability.
  • Ability to evaluate cost proposals/material cost as it relates to change orders.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
  • Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:
  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

About City of San Antonio

The City of San Antonio is the seventh most populous city in the United States and the second most populous city in Texas, with a population of 1,547,253. It is the seat of Bexar County and includes portions of the surrounding counties. San Antonio is the center of the San Antonio–New Braunfels metropolitan statistical area. Commonly referred to as Greater San Antonio, the metropolitan area has a population of over 2.5 million based on the 2019 U.S. census estimate, making it the 24th-largest metropolitan area in the United States and third-largest in Texas. San Antonio was founded in 1718 as a Spanish colonial mission and fortress. It became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731. The city is home to five Fortune 500 companies and the South Texas Medical Center, the only medical research and care provider in the South Texas region.
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