Electrical Inspector

Hill international•Irvine, CA

4d•$105,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Hill International is seeking an Electrical Inspector in Los Angeles, California Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of electrical and IT systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications, review and interpret construction documents including blueprints and shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders. Demonstrates strong proficiency in preparing comprehensive daily inspection reports that clearly document the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all observed construction activities, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability in tracking progress and identifying issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns in a timely manner. Verify contractor compliance with local and national electrical codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70, 70E, 72) and LAWA-specific standards. Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values. Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed. Computer proficiency to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents efficiently, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision. Perform inspections of electrical installations including, but not limited to: Underground utilities and duct banks High-voltage switchgear and electrical panels Conduit racks, conductors, and grounding systems Interior and exterior lighting systems Fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems Electrical shutdowns, lockout/tagout procedures, and breaker coordination Inspect IT infrastructure installations such as: Low-voltage systems (voice/data, security, access control) Door card readers, security cameras, and public address (P.A.) systems Communication cabling and equipment rooms

Requirements

Electrical/IT inspection staff shall have 3 years or more experience performing electrical/IT inspections for Building Construction.
Must posses current ICC Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector
Must provide proof of NFPA 70E standards training within the last 3 years
Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years
Training & knowledge of NFPA -70, 70E, & 72.
Fall protection and harness training.
Experience at the journey-level as an electrician, with a focus on the installation and repair of electrical systems in public works, institutional, commercial, or industrial settings.
Experience overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
Involvement in complex projects that require coordination with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and city officials.
Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies, ensuring that all aspects of construction meet the required standards.
Must be open to learning the prescriptive items required by the agency.
A strong understanding of diverse code requirements
Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of electrical and IT systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications
Review and interpret construction documents including blueprints and shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports that clearly document the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all observed construction activities, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability in tracking progress and identifying issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns in a timely manner.
Verify contractor compliance with local and national electrical codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70, 70E, 72) and LAWA-specific standards.
Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities
Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
Utilize electronic equipment for contract documents efficiently, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision.
Perform inspections of electrical installations including, but not limited to: Underground utilities and duct banks High-voltage switchgear and electrical panels Conduit racks, conductors, and grounding systems Interior and exterior lighting systems Fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems Electrical shutdowns, lockout/tagout procedures, and breaker coordination
Inspect IT infrastructure installations such as: Low-voltage systems (voice/data, security, access control) Door card readers, security cameras, and public address (P.A.) systems Communication cabling and equipment rooms