Deputy Building Inspector

Leland Saylor Associates•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Building Inspector provides special inspection support to Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) as part of the LAWA Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division, working across multiple projects in LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program. Initial assignments include the CTA Curbside Improvement Program and the Departures Curbside Refresh. The position requires knowledge of multiple code requirements, effective communication, and strong time management. This is a full-time, on-site position with no hybrid or remote work. The estimated assignment runs from November 16, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Shifts may vary and include day, swing, or night shifts, modified schedules, and weekends as dictated by the contractor’s construction schedule. The inspector conducts special inspections, documents construction activities and deficiencies, reviews construction documents, tracks changes and quantities, and coordinates with contractors, engineers, testing agencies, LAWA staff, and city officials. The work may include inspections of reinforced concrete, structural steel, drilled-in anchors and seismic resistance components, spray-applied fireproofing, and reinforced masonry. The position may include other duties as required.

Requirements

At least five years of experience working as an LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale projects, including overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
Current City of Los Angeles (LADBS) Deputy Inspector licenses in Concrete Construction, Steel Construction, Drilled-in Anchors/Seismic Resistance, and Spray-Applied Fireproofing.
Cal-OSHA 30-hour training and certificate completed within the last four years and before assignment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work any assigned day, swing, or night shift, including modified schedules and weekends, as required by the contractor’s construction schedule.
Ability to walk extremely long distances during a shift; walking is the primary means of travel between terminals and curbside work areas.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding and access confined or elevated areas associated with inspections.
Ability to pass a background check and possess a LAWA SIDA badge before the official start of work.
Computer proficiency to review and use electronic contract documents, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of project management information software used for inspection and document control.

Nice To Haves

Additional LADBS Deputy Inspector licenses, such as Reinforced Masonry, Grading/Soils, Post-Tensioned (Prestressed) Concrete, or Shotcrete.
ICC special inspector certifications.
Experience performing special inspections on airport, transportation, or other large public facilities.
Training in the use of fall protection equipment, including a harness with lanyard, and confined space awareness.
Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines.
Involvement in complex projects requiring coordination with contractors, engineers, and city officials.
Expertise in identifying and addressing code violations and deficiencies to ensure construction meets required standards.
Experience with project management information software used for inspection and document control, such as PMWeb, Adobe Acrobat Pro, or Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

Conduct special inspections across multiple disciplines on Capital Improvement Program projects, verifying compliance with LADBS requirements, the Los Angeles City Building Code, approved plans and specifications, and LAWA-specific standards.
Create and maintain clear, concise daily inspection reports documenting who performed construction work, what was done, when and where it occurred, and how it was performed; identify deficiencies or code violations promptly.
Review and interpret construction documents, including plans, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
Track changes, verify time-and-material work, and measure and document job quantities.
Assist with reviewing monthly progress payment requests when assigned to a program.
Coordinate inspection and testing activities with contractors, engineers, testing agencies, LAWA staff, and city officials.
Perform special inspections of reinforced concrete construction, including reinforcing steel placement, embedded items, concrete placement, and sampling.
Inspect structural steel construction, including welding and high-strength bolting.
Inspect drilled-in anchors and seismic resistance components.
Inspect spray-applied fireproofing, including verification of thickness and density.
Inspect reinforced masonry construction.
Perform other duties as required.