Construction Inspector

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc.•Ventura, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Construction Inspector with pipeline experience in California to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The role focuses on underground utilities, pipeline installation, field quality observation, and construction documentation. The inspector observes contractor work, documents progress, supports testing and commissioning, and coordinates with construction managers, resident engineers, contractors, clients, and internal teams. The position combines construction observation, quality assurance, field documentation, and project coordination. The inspector conducts field inspections against plans, specifications, and quality standards; prepares daily reports and photo logs; and assists with material testing, special inspections, contractor submittal reviews, and as-built drawing reviews. The role also monitors compliance with public, regulatory, and permitting agency requirements, including SWPPP and safety practices, and supports pipeline testing, flushing, commissioning, and startup activities. The inspector participates in progress meetings, interacts with clients, and works under the direct supervision of the Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Lead Inspector. The role requires full-time presence on project sites and in the office as needed. Fieldwork may involve varying weather, uneven terrain, construction noise, traffic, equipment, and potential hazardous materials. Strict adherence to safety protocols, including required personal protective equipment and project-specific safety practices, is required. Relocation support is available if needed.

Requirements

Three years of water or wastewater infrastructure experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Comfort working with contractors, clients, inspectors, testing firms, and internal project teams.
Familiarity with construction blueprints, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, inspection tools, and reporting systems.
Ability to work full time at project sites and in the office as needed.
Strict adherence to safety protocols and required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certificate or degree, or equivalent experience.
Pipeline or underground utility inspection experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections to ensure contractor work aligns with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
Prepare daily reports with written documentation and photo logs.
Assist with material testing and special inspections.
Review contractor submittals and as-built drawings.
Monitor compliance with public, regulatory, and permitting agency requirements, including SWPPP and safety practices.
Support pipeline testing, flushing, commissioning, and startup activities.
Participate in progress meetings and interact with clients.
Coordinate in the field with construction managers, resident engineers, contractors, inspectors, testing firms, clients, and internal project teams.
Work under the direct supervision of the Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Lead Inspector.
Follow required safety protocols, including use of personal protective equipment and project-specific safety practices.