Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and/or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Trains others. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties: Construction Inspector IIIEnsures inspectors turn in monthly estimates in an accurate and timely manner to facilitate payments to contractors.Informs plant personnel of material or production problems, rejects substandard material and assists in determining cause for material problems.Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges andrelated structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Assists Project Engineers in determining number of inspectors needed on assigned projects.Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.Reviews construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges andrelated structures in accordance with plans and specifications.Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance withplans and specifications.Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safetystandards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.Prepares monthly and final estimates.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Construction Inspector IVIn addition to the aboveMay serve as a lead worker or project leader.Oversees preparation of monthly and final estimates.Assists Project Engineers in determining number of inspectors needed on assigned projects.Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.Ensures prompt notification and/or repair of any deterioration or damage that could be hazardous to the traveling publicor more costly to repair if neglected.Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures adherence to approved safety standards.Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.