Senior Facilities Construction Inspector

Title: Senior Facilities Construction Inspector

Employee Classification: Sr Facilities Constr Inspector

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Facilities

Department: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation based on experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

The road to the future is under construction.

The Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction (FPDC) team is the backbone of campus transformation, serving the mission and values of UNT while stewarding a unique and impactful sense of place. FPDC fosters community engagement, aligns projects with UNT's standards, and champions accessibility compliance. Services encompass everything from cost estimates to construction management, all executed with meticulous attention to detail. From concept development to project completion, every decision FPDC makes is rooted in our commitment to creating a campus that furthers UNT’s positive impact on students and the community.

Position Overview

The Construction Inspector has oversite of assigned construction projects, site inspections and observation for new construction projects and renovations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
*Reviewing inspections for accuracy, compliance and potential issues in the field.
*Ability to climb ladders, access roofs, crawl spaces of buildings.
*Work in extreme weather conditions (Heat, cold, rain, snow and wind).
*Applicant must have excellent communication skills for conveying information to Campus, Building Representatives, Vendors, Contractors, Facilities Shop Supervision and Coworkers. *Appropriate UNT supplied PPEs must be worn during construction site visits and inspections.
*Some evening or weekend work might be required to meet schedules deadlines.
*Position must be willing to work during Emergency situations if needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience in the construction industry; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

*Experience managing medium to large construction projects.
*Experience working in construction for a public education institution and/or commercial setting.
*Knowledge of building codes, construction documents and construction safety standards. *Proficiency in specific software may be required.
*Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

*A general working knowledge of commercial construction with an emphasis on structural, mechanical, electric