Construction Inspector

Luster National•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$70,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a Construction Inspector (Highway Structures) to support large, complex heavy civil infrastructure programs, including highways, roads, and bridges delivered through both traditional and alternative delivery methods. You’ll inspect structure work against Caltrans standards and the approved contract documents, and keep a clear, defensible record of the work. Hands-on experience with CIDH piles (drilled shafts) and retaining walls is required. This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in the greater Los Angeles metro area. Construction runs during night and weekend closures, so regular night and weekend shifts are part of the job.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with California Law, with the ability to travel to project sites as required.
5+ years of highway construction inspection experience for large (>$500M), complex, highway transportation projects.
Construction inspection experience on Caltrans projects with working knowledge of the Caltrans Standard Specifications, Standard Plans, and Construction Manual.
Hands-on experience inspecting retaining wall construction and CIDH piles (drilled shafts) installation, including working knowledge of the Caltrans Foundation Manual.
Experience inspecting roadway concrete structures, such as soundwalls, concrete barriers, drainage structures, and sign structure foundations.
Ability to read and interpret roadway and structure plans, special provisions, shop drawings, and foundation reports.
Willingness to work night and weekend shifts, including extended shifts during freeway closures.
Proficiency with construction inspection documentation platforms (e.g., Bluebeam Revu, etc.).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Nice To Haves

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector, or equivalent inspection certifications.
OSHA 30 certification.
Experience with CIDH integrity testing, specialty retaining walls (MSE, soldier pile, soil nail), or bridge widening structures.

Responsibilities

Inspect roadway concrete structures, including but not limited to cast-in-place/prestressed concrete box girder bridges, precast girder bridges, soil nail and ground anchor walls.
Inspect CIDH pile construction for walls, soundwalls, and sign structure foundations, from drilling and bottom cleaning through cage and concrete placement and confirm integrity testing is complete before the pile is accepted.
Verify excavation, footing preparation, reinforcing steel details, formwork, drainage, and backfill before each pour, and inspect concrete placement.
Coordinate structure work with roadway excavation, embankment, and paving operations so walls, barriers, and drainage tie into final grade and alignment.
Verify materials acceptance, certificates of compliance, sampling and testing frequencies, and keep nonconforming materials out of the work.
Document each shift in accurate daily reports, including pay item quantities, contractor labor and equipment, photos, and field conditions.
Identify nonconforming work early, document it, and coordinate with the resident engineer and contractor until it’s corrected.
Monitor contractor compliance with traffic control, lane closure windows, and safety requirements during night and weekend operations.
Attend preconstruction, pre-pour, and progress meetings, and keep inspection records ready for audit and closeout.
Inspect work against Caltrans Standards and Specifications, and approved contract documents.

Benefits

Unlimited flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
Formal career planning and development program
$2,500 annually toward professional development
Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
Free personal financial planning services
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus