Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads)

Description

• Capable of assisting the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office engineering work including, but not limited to the following: inspection of non-structura1 construction operations; inspection of traffic control system compliance; contract change order (CCO) preparation, review, and analysis; and Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) enforcement.

Requirements

• Capable of reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control systems, including lane closures, in accordance with Caltrans standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of computers, computer applications, and computer software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others); Critical Path Method (CPM) software such as Primavera Project Planner (P3, P6) and SureTrak, or any updated version, as a minimum; Scheduler Analyzer Pro; and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual,
• Experience in preparation of Claims files, documents and reports.
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• Experience on Caltrans projects
• Knowledge and experience with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) and Small Business requirements including determining Commercially Useful Function (CUF) of a contractor or material supplier
• Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision.
• Knowledge and experience in keeping complete, accurate, and concise records of the work and quantities.
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Minimum 2yrs experience in highway/roadway construction inspection
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Personnel reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control system work shall have one (1) year demonstrated experience in such work.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge and experience with monitoring labor compliance. Knowledge of subcontracting laws and policies.
• Experience assisting Resident Engineers in preparation of the Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA) position papers and meetings.
• Knowledge and experience with equipment used in roadway construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
• Experience in assisting Resident Engineers to respond to preliminary claim findings and preparation for Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• Proper background clearance, as necessary, when performing work on or near the rail system.
• Knowledge and experience with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and the General Permit.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance