Construction Inspector

Description

• Prepare a timesheet daily which records all hours worked, along with vacation, holidays, and sick leave taken.
• Coordinates field testing of construction materials and construction surveys.
• Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
• Prepares a written daily report documenting construction activities, including but not limited to: contractor labor, equipment, daily construction progress, project site visitors, non-conforming work, safety issues, traffic control, field measured quantiles, field discussions with the contractor and public, takes daily project photos, change order work performed, and weather.
• Prepares quantity calculation sheets to support monthly progress payments to construction contractors.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Attends pre-construction meetings.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
• Performs construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; prepares reports.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans for compliance with approved safety standards.
• Consults with Resident Engineers, Bridge Engineers, Project Engineers, other project representatives, and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.

Requirements

• CHST Certification preferable.
• Caltrans or other Public Agency Experience, highly desired.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in roadway construction inspection of roadways mandatory.
• Basic computer skills required. Microsoft Word, Excel
• Strong communication, verbal and written are required.
• Must be familiar with construction inspection techniques associated with the construction of roadways, highways, bridges, light rail, heavy rail, airports, utilities, marine facilities, ports, and other infrastructure facilities, when required by their current assignments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Caltrans and Local Agency Standard Plans and Specifications and Greenbook.
• Must be familiar with regulatory requirements such as CalOsha, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), US Department of Fish and Wildlife, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Army Corp of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, and other regulatory agencies as required.

Benefits

• Bonus Programs
• Generous Education Allowance
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) Plan (employer matching program)
• Vision Plan
• Company Vehicle (depending on assignment)
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Competitive PTO
• Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance