We are seeking an experienced
Construction Inspector - Heavy Civil & Public Works to support major infrastructure improvements for Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). As part of LAWA's Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division, you will help ensure construction activities meet applicable quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:- Construction Inspection: Perform field inspections of heavy civil construction projects, including roadways, bridges, reinforced concrete structures, and pile foundations.
- Underground Utilities: Inspect sanitary sewer systems, storm drains, and utility infrastructure installations.
- Quality Assurance: Verify construction work complies with approved plans, specifications, and applicable City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, and Caltrans standards.
- Traffic & Safety Compliance: Inspect traffic control measures, street lighting, traffic signals, and pedestrian safety provisions.
- Building Construction: Inspect exterior walls, roofing, waterproofing, framing, drywall, and other building components.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed daily inspection reports, document deficiencies, and review RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Project Coordination: Collaborate with contractors, project teams, and fellow inspectors to resolve field issues and maintain quality standards.
- Progress Payments: Assist in reviewing contractor payment requests based on completed work and approved schedules of values.
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications- Current LADBS Grading Deputy Inspector License or Deputy Post-Tensioning (Pre-Stressed) License - Required.
- Minimum 5 years of inspection experience on Caltrans bridge, roadway, or structural projects, or 10 years as a Superintendent on comparable Caltrans projects.
- Minimum 10 years of public works field inspection experience focused on heavy civil and roadway construction, or 10 years as a Superintendent on Caltrans bridge, roadway, and structural projects.
- Extensive knowledge of City and County of Los Angeles construction standards, Caltrans specifications, and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook).
- Experience inspecting underground utilities, sewer and storm drain systems, reinforced concrete, and traffic control installations.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic construction documentation systems.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
Technical SkillsExperience with construction management and inspection software such as:
- Bluebeam, Procore, PMWeb, or equivalent PMIS platforms.
- Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- Electronic plan reviews, inspection reporting, RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation.
Additional Requirements- Must provide proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the last 4 years before the official start date.
- Must be flexible to work varying schedules, including overtime, evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays as project needs require.
BenefitsWe offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
- Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
- Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
- Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
- Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
- 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
- Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
- Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
- Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
- Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
- Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
- Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
