Soils Inspector Senior Coordinator

WSP•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$32 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently seeking an experienced Soils Inspector Senior Coordinator to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This position is imminent and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The qualified candidate(s) will work at various client construction project sites in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas inspecting and assessing construction activities. This role involves assisting with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for field inspection activities. Under minimal supervision, the inspector will use survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to perform basic inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction or operating permits. The role provides routine technical assistance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, highways, roads, bridges, structures, infrastructure, equipment, and/or mechanical systems according to design standard specifications. The inspector will also assist with verifying load calculations, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction, engineering, or survey problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution. Additionally, the role involves attending pre-construction meetings, assisting with answering questions from contractors and other attendees, and helping to calculate payments due to contractors for work completed. The inspector will also assist with ensuring adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects, ensuring that material tests are performed, and materials meet required standards. The position requires generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications related to inspection findings using electronic systems, written/oral feedback, photographs, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports. Compliance with client policies and procedures for inspection work under contract, and adherence to safety guidelines and site-specific procedures are essential. The role also includes completing training on assigned tasks and exhibiting basic knowledge of current field inspection practices. Collaboration with other professionals, scientists, engineers, inspectors, project control, and technicians on assigned inspection phases, checks, and tasks is expected. The inspector must exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required by business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant post-education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection experience
Experience in inspection of concrete, structural steel, masonry, fireproofing, reinforcing steel, and soils
Valid state driver’s license
Hold or have the ability to obtain a Los Angeles Deputy Grading Inspector License
Self-motivated with a proven record of accountability
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Must be able to read plans, specs and technical specifications
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to perform on your feet throughout the day including a lot of walking and potentially climbing ladders

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred
Essential professional licensure/certification
ICC in concrete, structural steel welding, masonry, fireproofing and soils preferred

Responsibilities

Inspect and document project related construction activities for conformance to project plans
Work at various client construction project sites in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas inspecting and assessing construction activities
Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for field inspection activities
Use survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to perform basic inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction or operating permits
Provide routine technical assistance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, highways, roads, bridges, structures, infrastructure, equipment, and/or mechanical systems according to design standard specifications
Assist with verifying load calculations, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction, engineering, or survey problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution
Attend pre-construction meetings and assist with answering questions from contractors and other attendees
Assist with calculating payments due to contractors for work completed
Assist with ensuring adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects, ensuring that material tests are performed, and materials meet required standards
Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications related to inspection findings using electronic systems, written/oral feedback, photographs, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports
Comply with client policies and procedures for inspection work under contract
Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction
Complete training on assigned tasks
Exhibit basic knowledge of current field inspection practices
Work collaboratively with other professionals, scientists, engineers, inspectors, project control, and technicians on assigned inspection phases, checks, and tasks
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings