Kleinfelder

Construction Inspector

Kleinfelder$145K — $187K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in civil/roadway, structure, or electrical construction inspection for public works projects.
  • BS degree in Civil Engineering or EIT preferred.
  • Caltrans inspection experience is a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
  • Understanding of Caltrans standards, specifications, and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct quality assurance inspections under the direction of a Resident Engineer.
  • Interpret plans and specifications to ensure compliance during construction.
  • Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports with documentation of construction progress.
  • Measure and record pay quantities for monthly estimates.
  • Promote and ensure safety compliance at job sites.
  • Maintain as-built drawings during construction processes.
  • Assist the Resident Engineer with RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and a 401(k) plan.
  • Paid holidays and additional paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities including education reimbursement and training.
  • Participation in a mentoring program for career advancement.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking experiencedConstruction Inspectors (Civil/Roadway, Structure, Electrical)for our Transportation clients, to perform quality assurance inspection services on transportation-related improvement projects throughout Southern California (Los Angeles County, Orange County, Inland Empire). The Construction Inspector will be assigned a field vehicle and gas card, reporting to construction job sites, with the ability to work extended shifts and nights as needed.

Job Duties

  • Perform quality assurance inspection and documentation of construction activities under the direction of a Resident Engineer.
  • Interpret plans, specifications, and codes to verify that construction work is performed in accordance with them.
  • Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports, with photos, accurately reflecting the construction progress.
  • Measure, calculate, track, and record pay quantities for monthly estimates.
  • Assist in maintaining, supporting, and promoting a safe work environment while complying with applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Maintain a set of field as-built drawings.
  • Assist the Resident Engineer with field input on change orders, RFIs, submittals, response letters to the contractor, and as-built drawings.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in civil/roadway or Structure, or Electrical construction inspection of transportation, facilities or major public works projects.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering and/or EIT.
  • Caltrans inspection experience.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
  • Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
  • Ability to assist the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office construction engineering work including, but not limited to:
    • Experience in the inspection of traffic control system compliance.
    • Experience in Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) enforcement.
    • Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
    • Proficient computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat; experience with CAD and Primavera P6 is a plus.
    • Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision.
    • Ability to work night shifts for an extended duration.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose  together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected hourly range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Hourly Range:$70 - $90.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

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About Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder is an engineering consulting firm that provides services in the areas of construction management, environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and more. The company was founded in 1961 by Bill Kleinfelder and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Kleinfelder has more than 70 offices across the United States, Canada, and Australia and employs over 2,000 people. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and the Hoover Dam Bypass. Kleinfelder is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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