Construction Inspector

Mark Thomas

$114K — $166K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED required; Associate's degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of construction inspection experience or 6-8 years in general construction
  • Knowledge in construction inspection applications
  • Experience with residential pavement rehabilitation projects
  • Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret project plans and specifications to ensure compliance
  • Document and communicate observations and project progress
  • Prepare safety meeting documentation timely as assigned
  • Create clear reports recording daily construction progress
  • Measure and document construction materials accurately
  • Verify contractor's work against contractual requirements
  • Update As-Built drawings as necessary
  • Support project team with change order preparation and monitoring
  • Coordinate necessary surveys, material testing, and sampling.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with employee referral and performance incentives
  • 401k with profit sharing and employer match
  • Comprehensive paid-time off including public holidays and bereavement leave
  • Employer-paid insurance benefits including vision, life, and disability
  • Voluntary medical and dental plans, alongside pet insurance
  • FSA programs for various expenses
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for professional development
  • Flexible scheduling and remote work options available.
Full Job Description
Job Title

Construction Inspector

Location

Irvine - Irvine, CA 92606 US
Long Beach - Lakewood, 90712 US
Los Angeles - Los Angeles, CA 90071 US
Ontario - US (Primary)

Category

Construction Management

Salary Grade

$55.00 - $80.00

Full Time/Part Time

Full-time

Posting Details

Under the supervision of a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager, the Construction Inspector uses their relevant experience to observe/evaluate project construction in compliance with the plans, specifications, and other appropriate standards. The Inspector may act as a representative for the Resident Engineer (RE) or Construction Manager (CM) as assigned or delegated. The Inspector has full authority, in matters of safety related to imminent hazard or danger.

Construction Inspectors are responsible for assisting the RE, Senior Inspector, and/or CM in all aspects of required field and office construction work, including but not limited to, inspection of non-structural and structural construction operations, inspection of traffic control system compliance, CCO preparation and analysis, CPM scheduling analysis, and SWPPP enforcement. Other areas may include but are not necessarily limited to electrical & instrumentation work, plumbing and piping, power and controls, drainage systems, landscaping, and grading.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Reads and interprets project plans, specifications, permits, and other pertinent contract documents and exercise sound engineering and construction judgement
  • Documents and informs appropriate representative of relevant observations, including the progress of the work, problems that develop and works proactively in identifying potential problems/issues
  • Prepares and submits safety meeting documentation as assigned in a timely manner
  • As directed, prepares clear and accurate reports, diaries and photographs recording daily construction progress
  • Measures, calculates, and documents quantities of construction materials in accordance with designated procedures, formats, and computer programs
  • Verifies contractor's work and materials conforms to contractual requirements
  • Updates As-Built drawings
  • Provides support to construction project team for change order preparation and monitoring
  • Coordinates surveys, material testing, and sampling as required

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Holds a high school diploma/GED or equivalent
  • A two-year Associates degree in relevant area a plus
  • 3-5+ years progressively responsible experience in construction inspection, or 6-8+ years of general construction experience
  • Demonstrates knowledge in construction inspection applications
  • Knowledge and direct experience with residential pavement rehabilitation projects
  • Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project
  • Possession of a valid driver's license - must meet driver eligibility requirements
  • Willingness and ability to travel
  • Competent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
  • Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
  • 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
  • Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
  • Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
  • Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
  • FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
  • Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
  • Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
  • Budgeted time for training and career development
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The hourly wage for covered work is determined by state prevailing wage determinations. Senior Construction Inspector candidates will also be considered.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

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