Construction Inspector

Kleinfelder•Los Angeles, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking experienced Construction Inspectors in civil/roadway, structures, or electrical disciplines to provide quality assurance inspection services for transportation clients on improvement projects throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. Inspectors report to construction job sites in an assigned field vehicle with a gas card and may work extended shifts and nights as needed. The role performs field and office construction engineering work under the direction of a Resident Engineer.

Requirements

At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in civil/roadway, structure, or electrical construction inspection on transportation, facilities, or major public works projects.
Ability to work night shifts for an extended duration.
Following an offer, satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and/or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status.
Caltrans inspection experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
Experience inspecting traffic control system compliance.
Experience enforcing a Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat; CAD and Primavera P6 experience is a plus.
Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision.

Responsibilities

Perform quality assurance inspection and documentation of construction activities under the direction of a Resident Engineer.
Interpret plans, specifications, and codes to verify that construction work complies with them.
Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports with photographs that accurately reflect construction progress.
Measure, calculate, track, and record pay quantities for monthly estimates.
Help maintain, support, and promote a safe work environment while complying with applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain a set of field as-built drawings.
Assist the Resident Engineer with field input on change orders, RFIs, submittals, contractor response letters, and as-built drawings.
Assist the Resident Engineer with required field and office construction engineering work, including inspection of traffic control compliance and Water Pollution Control Program enforcement.