Construction Inspection Duties

General Duties

• Oversight & inspection of city let contracts to private contractors, on various projects including;
• New streets & rehabilitation of existing streets.
• Major drainage projects.
• Sidewalks; Driveway approaches; curb & gutter; constructed in the city right of way.
• Utility companies that perform work on city right of way.
• Monitoring of creeks when high water threatens community.
• Respond to citizens complaints on alley, streets.
• Field investigation for plans on future projects.

 Project Specific Duties

• Prepare monthly pay estimates on work & materials used as well as a final report.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with City of Abilene plans and specifications.
• Ensure traffic control devices are installed properly.
• Ensure access is available to businesses & residents during construction.
• Private laboratories test the construction materials as directed by the Inspector.
• Check alignment and elevations for accuracy on projects.
• Record a daily log.
• Coordinate with emergency services during construction as to road condition.
• Work with local utility companies before and during construction.
• Water & sewer installations in new sub-divisions