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Chief Inspector

Audubon Companies
Houston, TX Other
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2028

Audubon is currently seeking a Chief Inspector to join our team.  The Chief Inspector will possess strong initiative, be able to perform routine to complex inspection in the field and provide oversight and documentation of construction methods and contractor's operations in order to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications. This is an ongoing requisition in which our Inspection Division frequently receives openings throughout the year.  In those cases, we will review any applications and reach out to those who fit the requirements of the active role.


 


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Knowledge of construction policies and procedures. Direct all aspects of the construction process to meet Company goals.

  • Monitor safety, compliance, productivity and workload as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.

  • Facilitate and support the construction process.

  • Manage the utilization of resources to ensure safety, compliance and productivity. Monitor workload and re-balance as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost effectiveness.

  • Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Company standards and procedures Federal, DOT and OSHA; State and Local: codes, regulations and requirements.

  • Ensure accurate documentation of work including SOP's, daily completion reporting, sketches, Operator Qualification, etc.

  • Coordination of work packages to the team and ensuring representation on all projects before starting.

  • Coordinate all Field Meetings necessary to progress the projects, including pre-construction meetings, safety meetings, notifications and all daily tail gate / daily safety brief meetings.

  • Coordinate with inspection operations.


EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:



  • Experience with daily reporting; must be able to submit in PDF format via e-mail, Excel version of Daily Report with daily photos contained in the report by completion of workday.

  • Five plus (5 ) years of proven managerial experience with a focus on construction policies and practices.

  • Extensive knowledge of oil & gas industry or electrical systems, engineering, construction & maintenance projects, utilization equipment, metering; Federal, State, and Municipal Codes are essential.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills are required, in addition to planning, organizing and computer skills.

  • Prior experience dealing with diverse groups such as gas and/or electric customers, government officials, etc. in a tactful and diplomatic manner is vital.

  • Ability to workdays or nights.

  • Ability to work extended workdays and prolonged work weeks as needed.

  • Ability to move work location as needed.

  • Candidate must be fluent with Microsoft Office programs. Outlook, Word and Excel.

  • Personal vehicle and valid driver's license


No Recruiters, please!


 


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


 

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