Construction Inspector

CMTS LLC • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

CMTS is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to support Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) as a member of its Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division. The role provides civil construction inspection across multiple projects within LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program, including heavy civil, roadway, bridge, structural, utility and associated building construction. The inspector verifies field work against approved plans, contract specifications and safety requirements, documents construction activity and deficiencies, and works with contractors, inspectors and LAWA project stakeholders. The position is full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, California. Overtime, swing or night shifts, weekends and holidays may be required as project needs dictate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) Grading Deputy Inspector License OR Deputy Post-Tensioning (Pre-Stressed) License; required for consideration.
• Minimum five years of experience inspecting Caltrans bridge, roadway and structures projects OR ten years as a superintendent on Caltrans bridge, roadway and structures projects.
• Minimum ten years of public works field inspection experience focused on heavy civil and roadway construction OR ten years as a superintendent on Caltrans bridge, roadway and structures projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in the installation and inspection of sewer systems, storm drains, utilities and traffic control measures.
• Strong knowledge of City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and Caltrans construction standards, plans and specifications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and communicate effectively within a team of inspectors and project stakeholders.
• Proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the four years before the official start date, required prior to assignment.
• Working knowledge of electronic construction documents and project management information systems (PMIS) for inspection reporting and document control.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, PMWeb, Bluebeam and Procore in construction inspection environments.
• Experience with public works inspections involving major reinforced concrete structures, pile foundations, bridges, roadways, street lighting, traffic signals and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect major reinforced concrete structures, including pile foundations, roadways and bridges, across multiple jurisdictions.
• Inspect sanitary sewer systems, storm drains and related structures in accordance with City and County of Los Angeles standards.
• Inspect installation of exterior walls, roofing, waterproofing, interior framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, finishes, doors and hardware.
• Inspect street lighting and traffic signal systems in accordance with City of Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting and Los Angeles Department of Transportation requirements.
• Apply City of Los Angeles standard plans and specifications, the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook), and Caltrans standard plans and specifications.
• Monitor compliance with multiphase, site-specific traffic control plans, with particular attention to pedestrian safety and routing.
• Apply and enforce applicable Cal-OSHA, contractor and LAWA safety requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting construction activities, issues, deficiencies and safety concerns promptly and accurately.
• Assist with review and approval of contractors’ monthly progress payment requests based on completed work and approved schedules of values.
• Review project plans, RFIs, submittals, change orders and other contract documents using electronic tools and PMIS applications.
• Coordinate with fellow inspectors and the wider project team, and perform other assigned duties as needed.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee.
• 100% company-paid 401(k) coverage for the employee.
• 100% company-paid life and long-term disability insurance coverage for the employee.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and growth-focused team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED