Senior Public Works Inspector

NV5 • Ventura, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NV5 specializes in technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for both public and private sector clients. We are looking for a skilled Construction Inspector to join our team in Ventura, CA, to help deliver impactful public works projects. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring quality, safety, and compliance on infrastructure projects that shape the communities we live in, such as roads, bridges, water systems, and more. As part of NV5, you will work alongside engineers, program managers, and environmental professionals, contributing to sustainable, cost-effective projects that make a real difference. The focus is on Public Works Infrastructure.

Requirements

• Experience and working knowledge of civil construction principles/practices in at least one of the following three fields: Municipal and Public Works projects, water and wastewater distribution systems, water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Transportation projects with a preference for highway and Caltrans roadway projects.
• Experience and working knowledge with Caltrans MUCTD and Caltrans Construction Manual.
• 3-5 years of experience in the above experience.
• Electrical inspection, including SCADA and Instrumentation for City and Agency municipal projects such as lift stations, pumping stations, water treatment plants, signalized intersections, and other electrical municipal projects.
• Knowledge of building codes, including ICBO, ACI, NEC, local City ordinances, and engineering practices for public works and/or transportation projects, and/or electrical SCADA and Instrumentation Projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, proven ability to interact with individuals at all levels of construction while coordinating multiple, complex projects.
• Working knowledge of and basic proficiency with computers.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to utilize other construction related software including Microsoft Project and/or Primavera, a plus.
• High School Degree or a related technical field.
• Valid California Driver’s License and have a vehicle.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, Hard Hat, protective footwear, respirators or other PPE's as needed in compliance with OSHA regulations).
• Ability to work out-of-doors in inclemently hot or cold weather, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ability to travel within Southern California.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to Group II Construction Inspection Certificates or other Valid Construction Certificates in Public Works or Related Fields.
• Preference will be given to those who have a minimum of one valid Group II certification.
• While Certificates are not mandatory, the ideal candidate may have many of the following certificates: Safety and Basic Certificates Cal OSHA Safety Awareness Training 40-Hour HAZWOPER Project Inspector Public Works Inspector Group II Certifications AWS-CWI Welding Inspector Concrete Inspector Building/Construction Inspector Grading Inspector Reinforcing Steel Pre-tensioned concrete Post Tensioned Concrete Structural Steel Welding Inspector Concrete Batch Plant Structural Masonry Group III Protective Coatings Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with supervisors, contractors, and design professionals to tackle challenges head-on, ensuring seamless project execution.
• Monitor contractor work, inspect structures and systems to guarantee adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Track costs and schedules, identify risks early, and ensure that deadlines are met while avoiding budget overruns.
• Interpret plans and contract terms, ensuring all stakeholders are on the same page.
• Recommend solutions for delays, weather disruptions, and site emergencies to maintain efficiency.
• Represent NV5 and our commitment to excellence by maintaining strong client relationships and assessing their needs to provide optimal solutions.
• Provide construction oversight of the Contractor.
• Create and use Construction Inspection Daily logs on computer/tablet.
• Effectively and constructively manage conflicts with others.
• Identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Benefits

• Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

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