Construction Inspector - Transportation
About The Position
Construction Inspector - Transportation Own Your Future at Psomas Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact. As our Construction Inspector - Transportation for our Construction Management team in San Diego, you'll play a critical role in supporting project delivery, ensuring construction quality, and contributing to infrastructure projects that impact local communities. Why Psomas Shared Success: An ownership culture that rewards long-term thinking and doing what's right. Retirement Benefits: Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) with immediate match. Career Growth: Clear pathways, training, and professional development opportunities. People-First Culture: Collaborative teams that invest in your development. Meaningful Work: Infrastructure projects that improve transportation systems and communities. What You'll Do As a Construction Inspector - Transportation, you will support construction projects from initiation through completion, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications while collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in bridge, roadway, highway, or related public works construction inspection
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience with Caltrans projects
- Experience inspecting public works for local agencies, municipalities, or utilities
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications
- Ability to work on-site in active construction environments, including walking uneven terrain, climbing, and working in varying weather and site conditions
Responsibilities
- Perform daily site inspections to verify work complies with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
- Coordinate activities with clients, contractors, consultants, designers, and regulatory agencies to support project progress and compliance.
- Prepare daily inspection reports, including detailed documentation and progress photos.
- Review contractor schedules and monitor progress to ensure alignment with project timelines.
- Track potential change order issues, document disputed work, and assist with evaluating and recording changes.
- Assist with monthly pay estimates, including measuring and documenting quantities for completed work.
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
- 3 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, along with employee ownership and retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
