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Job Description
Grade 17: Salary starts at $ 22.93 an hour. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Construction Management Inspector is responsible for managing and inspecting construction activities performed by contractors within the potable and non-potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Exercises direct supervision in ensuring contractor compliance with approved plans and specifications and construction standards. Represents SAWS in a decision-making capacity when dealing with customers, contractors, consultants, developers, governmental and regulatory agencies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Inspects construction activities and materials for compliance with governmental safety, regulatory compliance, approved plans, specifications, construction standards, permits, and enforces contractor and SAWS quality control plans.
- Calculates, tabulates and authorizes payments to contractors, including accurate accounting of material quantities and measurements in both standard and metric formats.
- Reads and interprets plans, specifications and block maps, and approves minor field changes.
- Maintains mark-up drawings to reflect as-built conditions and reviews contractor's red-lined and as-built drawings. Reviews contractor's final red-lined drawings and ensures proper submittal of these documents for development of record drawings.
- Reviews, plans, and attends pre-bid, pre-construction and project status meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, and consultants.
- Operates survey equipment including levels, rods, and lasers.
- Reviews and coordinates chlorination and sampling of new lines, service outages, tie-ins, repair of damaged infrastructure, and installation of temporary connections.
- Prepares daily reports, performs inspection walk-throughs, generates punch lists, submits final quantities including measurements, and issues final field acceptance.
- Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve skill levels.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- The Construction Management Inspector works under general supervision/guidance.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma or GED.
- Four years of progressive experience in interpreting project plans and specifications related to the construction and/or maintenance of water and wastewater facilities.
- Class "C" Distribution or Groundwater Texas Water Operator License or Class "II" Texas Wastewater Collection System Operator License within one year of hire.
- Proficient in the use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution/wastewater collection systems.
- Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
- Confined Space Entry, Competent Person Excavation Safety, Work Zone Traffic Control, and/or Hazardous Materials Certification or obtain within one (1) year of appointment.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
- Class "B" Distribution Texas Water Operator License.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Contact with internal and external customers, contractors, and governmental agencies.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting up to 75 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedule.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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