Engineering Inspector I, II, III

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Become part of a team that thrives on Professionalism, Innovation, Customer Experience, Integrity, and Teamwork — the values that guide how we serve our community.

The Engineering Inspector ensures the integrity and safety of the City’s infrastructure by inspecting water, wastewater, storm drainage, roadway, and bridge construction for compliance with City and State standards. It supports capital improvement projects through construction administration, plan review and evaluates development activities for adherence to drainage and floodplain regulations. The role also responds to drainage concerns, provides technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders, and helps maintain up-to-date technical specifications to support consistent and high-quality infrastructure development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following list highlights the main responsibilities of this position. While it covers the core tasks, it may not include every duty that could be assigned. Employees may be asked to take on other responsibilities as needed to support the team and department.

Inspection Services

• Provides inspection services in relation to development projects.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with contract documents, plans, specifications, codes, regulations, ordinances, and permit requirements.
• Prepares and maintains project documentation including correspondence, daily reports, materials testing results, record drawings, submittals and change orders.
• Record job progress and document project issues daily
• Inspects construction sites to ensure safety practices are in compliance with City standards and OSHA rules and regulations
• Works with property owners and acts as a liaison between those owners and the Contractor
• Conducts weekly meetings with project managers and contractors.
• Attends pre-construction meetings with City personnel, engineers, contractors, and utility company representatives; discusses general project details; obtains 24-hour contact information from contractors.

Communication & Coordination

• Maintains daily communication with Project Manager.
• Investigates, inspects, and provides technical assistance/response to concerns regarding construction activities, drainage complaints, and floodplain ordinances; coordinates inspection activities with other City departments, contractors, consultants, and outside agencies.

Plan Reviews

• Participates in the preparation and review of capital improvement, public improvement and site development plans including water, wastewater, storm drain, and/or street improvements.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to Engineering Inspector I, the Engineering Inspector II:

• Provides inspection services in relation to capital improvement (up to 50% of workload) and development projects (rest of workload)
• Verifies quantities in relation to capital improvement project payment requisitions.
• Prepares and maintains project documentation for payment requests.
• Makes decisions under general supervision

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to Engineering Inspector II, the Engineering Inspector III:

• Provides inspection services in relation to capital improvement (up to 75% of workload) and development projects (rest of workload)
• Makes decisions under limited supervision

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  
• One (1) year progressively responsible engineering, construction or operations experience with strong knowledge of construction materials and methods.
  
• Knowledge and experience with various Windows software including Word, Excel, and Access required.
  
• Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
  

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

In addition to Engineering Inspector I, the Engineering Inspector II:

• Three (3) years progressively responsible engineering, construction or operations experience with strong knowledge of construction materials and methods
• Must obtain one of the following licenses:
  • Water Operator - Class D or higher from TCEQ required
  • Wastewater Collection Operator - Class I or higher from TCEQ

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

In addition to Engineering Inspector I, the Engineering Inspector II:

• Five (5) years progressively responsible engineering, construction or operations experience with strong knowledge of construction materials and methods
• Must obtain two of the following licenses:
  • Water Operator - Class D or higher from TCEQ required
  • Wastewater Collection Operator - Class I or higher from TCEQ

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a minimum of 60 college hours plus experience in construction supervision, engineering design or surveying equivalent to 2 years of college (two years additional experience may substitute for one year of college).

COMPETENCIES AND ENVIRONMENT

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of engineering principles, construction methods, and applicable City and State standards related to water, wastewater, drainage, roadway, and bridge infrastructure.
• Knowledge of technical documents, including engineering manuals, survey notes, maps, drawings, construction plans, specifications, contractor submittals, and shop drawings.
• Skill in reading, interpreting, and reviewing construction plans, technical data, and engineering specifications for compliance.
• Skill in writing clear and accurate correspondence, inspection reports, plan review comments, change orders, and bid-related documents.
• Skill in applying trigonometry, algebra, and engineering formulas to evaluate construction conditions and verify measurements.
• Skill in maintaining organized records, including plans, reports, estimates, drainage complaints, maps, drawings, and digital files.
• Ability to follow and provide technical written and verbal instructions, visualize spatial relationships, and correlate proposed construction with existing conditions.
• Ability to provide technical direction to contractors and City staff while maintaining a professional and customer-focused demeanor.
• Ability to complete required technical training and travel as needed for professional development.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. The physical requirements of the job include the ability sit, talk, kneel, bend at both the waist and knee, reach with the arms over the head, and hear, both on the telephone and in person, using regular conversational tones; vision requires the ability to focus and read printouts, computer, screens, and the written material, as well as, the ability of hand/finger usage to perform essential functions, such as computer typing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working conditions involve frequently working outdoors in all types of weather conditions; exposure to extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind, rain; exposure to conditions at construction sites such as dirt dust, caustic substances, loud noise; heat from liquid asphalt while taking measurement, rocky and uneven terrain and heavy brush during construction inspections and site assessments.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.

View Our Benefits Guide.

BENEFITS
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

• United Healthcare
• Choice Plus PPO Plan
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Wellness Initiatives
• Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
• Dental Plan
• Base Vision Plan
• Premium Vision Plan
• Laser Vision Correction discounts

Retirement

• Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
• Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• City-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Concierge Service
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Longevity pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Activity Center Membership
• Direct Deposit
• Home Buyer Incentive Application
• Home Buyer Incentive Policy
• Paid Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave

The City of San Marcos is committed to supporting a flexible and positive work/life balance. Certain eligible positions may offer remote telework opportunities based on departmental operations and the nature of the work. Telework is not a fully remote arrangement, and eligibility and frequency are determined by the department director based on operational needs and the city's commitment to providing quality services to the community.

Closing Date/Time: 11/24/2026 11:59 PM Central