Salary: $38.62 - $42.62 Hourly
Location : Hutto City Hall, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Engineering
Division: Construction Inspection
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Position Overview Title: Senior Construction Inspector
Department: Public Works
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEWThe Senior Construction Inspector is responsible for inspecting the safe and economical construction of public works projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, various codes and departmental policies. Coordinate inspections, close out documents, pre-construction meetings, and department needs with Construction Inspectors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES- Review all close out documents for accuracy.
- Assist Civil Inspectors and ROW Inspector with scheduling of pre-construction meetings.
- Assist Civil Inspectors and ROW Inspector with questions regarding their projects as well as specifications/details.
- Attend department meetings and update the Construction inspection supervisor on project statuses.
- Review Right of Way permit plans, assess fees as well as issue permits.
- Assign necessary inspections so that Right of Way permits can be closed out.
- Primary inspector for all Capital Improvement Projects.
- Inspect work quality and materials relating to the construction of public works projects and to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
- Conduct project close-out walkthroughs as well as 2-year warranty walkthroughs.
- Monitor job status tracker for any upcoming walkthroughs needed.
- Review plans and specifications of assigned project and attend pre-construction conferences with engineers, contractors, developers, city staff, etc. to discuss general information of assigned project.
- Check for construction permits and inspect materials for identification and conformance to specifications.
- Inspect various structures such as street systems, drainage facilities, water and sewer systems, dry utilities and other construction; check line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures and improvements for conformance with plans, specifications and regulations.
- Take and prepare samples or observes sampling of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
- Coordinate work with contractors, property owners, developers, City and franchise utilities, Laboratories and other City departments.
- Prepare a variety of activity records and reports.
- Review pay estimates for verification of construction quantities.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Attends or leads project coordination meetings as required
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATION- Graduation from high school or equivalent.
- At least 7 years construction inspection experience in Public Works construction or 10 years' experience in street maintenance, drainage, water and/or wastewater.
- OR Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Licenses or Certifications Required- Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider.
- Prefer completion of construction inspection courses similar to such courses administered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service, including Duties and Responsibilities of Inspectors, Basic Concrete, Underground Utilities, Contract Administration and Management, Reading Plans and Specifications, Basic Surveying, Basic Soil Technology, Contract Documents and Site Preparation, and Basic Asphalt Technology.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES- Extensive knowledge of
- Principles, methods, terminology, materials, equipment, and safety hazards and prevention regarding public works construction activities.
- Defects and faults in construction.
- Knowledge of
- Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Soil mechanics and geology.
- Materials sampling, quality testing equipment and procedures, and estimate procedures.
- Engineering mechanics of structures.
- ADA Compliance
- MS4 Requirements
- Applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned public works projects.
- Survey trade principles and practices.
- Traffic control devices and standards.
- Accessibility standards.
- Ability to
- Interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned City public works projects.
- Analyze, understand and interpret engineering plans, maps, and specifications, and prepare accurate engineering records.
- Deal firmly and tactfully with contractors, engineers, and property owners.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Detect and locate faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied.
- Prepare technical reports.
- Utilize tools and equipment used in construction, engineering and surveying trade including level, slump cone, engineer's scale, measuring wheel, calculator, computer, and pin finder.
- Recognize inefficiencies and problems regarding standard construction details and practices and make recommendations for improvement.
- Differentiate whether various contractor request can be resolved via red-lining or RFI.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment may be loud (moderate, loud, very loud). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
At the City of Hutto we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. We offer free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability for employees, and the ability to purchase plans for family members. The City of Hutto also provides:
- 2:1 Retirement contributions at 7% to Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- 14-Paid Holidays
- Bilingual and Miscellaneous Certification Pay
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation Per Year
- Education Reimbursement
- Paid Sick leave
- Hybrid Work Available
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flex Time
