Deputy Inspector

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is seeking a Deputy Building Inspector to provide special inspection support for the LAWA Quality Assurance and Construction Inspection Division across multiple projects in LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program. The role requires knowledge of multiple code requirements, effective communication, and time management. This is a prevailing wage position. The inspector will prepare and maintain daily construction inspection reports, assist with monthly progress payment reviews when assigned, track changes and time-and-material work, measure and document job quantities, and conduct special inspections across various disciplines. Candidates must have experience with construction methods and current Los Angeles City Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) Deputy Inspector licenses. The position may require day, swing, or night shifts and modified schedules, including nights and weekends, to align with contractor schedules and accelerated project needs. Overtime may be required. Candidates must have a LAWA SIDA badge before officially starting work. The work involves a professional office environment using standard office equipment, as well as the ability to sit or stand and move freely for up to eight hours per day. Local candidates only.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience working as an LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale projects.
Experience overseeing compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
Experience coordinating complex projects with contractors, engineers, and city officials.
Expertise identifying and addressing code violations and ensuring construction meets required standards.
Valid Los Angeles City Department of Building and Safety Deputy Inspector licenses; listed disciplines include concrete construction, spray-applied fireproofing, drilled-in anchors/seismic resistance, steel construction, and masonry. The posting also lists Grading or Post Tensioning (Pre-Stressed) as required.
Proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training received within the 4 years before assignment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
LAWA SIDA badge before official start of work.
Knowledge of project-management information software for inspection and document control, such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, and Bluebeam.
Computer proficiency to review and use electronic contract documents efficiently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work any assigned day, swing, or night shift as required by the construction schedule.
Openness to modified schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by contractor activities and accelerated project schedules.
Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours per day and move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Possession of additional Deputy Inspector licenses.
Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and complete tasks on time.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain clear, concise daily inspection reports documenting who, what, when, where, and how construction work activities take place and reflecting daily progress.
Assist in reviewing monthly progress payment requests when assigned to a program.
Track changes, verify time-and-material work, and measure and document job quantities.
Conduct special inspections across various disciplines.
Apply knowledge and understanding of construction methods.
Ensure construction work complies with applicable building codes and regulations.
Review and use electronic contract documents, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents.