Roadway Construction Inspector - San Diego

Pacific Pros

$156K — $312K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2 years of relevant education beyond high school in engineering or surveying, or 1 year in California state service as a Junior Engineering Technician and 4 years of experience in roadway construction inspection.
  • 4+ years of experience inspecting Caltrans roadway construction projects or similar.
  • Detail-oriented with strong commitment to safety and compliance.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • A valid driver's license in compliance with company vehicle policy.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Owner's representative in construction projects.
  • Assist the Caltrans Resident Engineer with field inspections and documentation.
  • Inspect various roadway construction activities, including paving, drainage improvements, and ramp realignments.
  • Coordinate traffic control measures and document compliance with Water Pollution Control Program requirements.
  • Prepare accurate daily inspection diaries and quantity measurements.
  • Maintain documentation and upload inspection reports in Caltrans ProDMS.
  • Track Extra Work and prepare Q-Sheets for Monthly Pay Estimates.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


Pacific Pros is seeking Roadway Construction Inspector for Roadway Construction Projects to be a representative for Caltrans District 11.

Work Location: LAWA has required the candidates be local for this position.

Region: Escondido, CA (San Diego County)

Status: Full-time on-site

Opening: Mid February 2025, Immediate

Position Description Summary
Serve as Owner's representative.

Essential Job Duties for this position

The duties for this position include assisting the Caltrans Resident Engineer in all aspects of field inspection and documentation, including, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Inspection of roadway construction activities, including asphalt paving, concrete flatwork (including ADA curb ramps), drainage improvements, and ramp realignment work
  • Inspection of traffic control systems, lane closures, and ramp closures, including coordination with COZEEP
  • Enforcement and documentation of Water Pollution Control Program requirements, including SWPPP BMPs
  • Inspection of signing, striping, pavement markings, and roadside features
  • Coordination with Caltrans staff, contractors, and subcontractors
  • Preparation of complete, accurate, and timely daily inspection diaries, quantity measurements, and supporting documentation
  • Uploading and maintaining daily diaries in Caltrans ProDMS
  • Tracking and documentation of Extra Work, including issuance of Tentative Agreements
  • Preparation of Q-Sheets and backup documentation for Monthly Pay Estimates
  • Verification of materials release information (Category 41)
  • Familiarity with labor compliance coordination and certified payroll support

Hardware/Software Knowledge
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite software - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Experience with Adobe Acrobat.

Required Qualifications
  • EITHER Two (2) years of education equivalent to completion of a curriculum beyond the 12th grade in either: Engineering (including coursework in trigonometry and algebra or higher, drafting, computer science, and physics, chemistry, or a comparable physical science), or Surveying (including coursework in trigonometry and algebra or higher, drafting, surveying, and computer science) OR One (1) year in the California state service performing duties comparable to those of a Junior Engineering Technician, Range B AND A documented minimum four (4) years of demonstrated experience in roadway construction inspection of highways or major public works projects performing duties consistent with this Contract.
  • 4 years or more of experience performing inspection of Caltrans roadway construction projects (or similar agencies)
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Requires a detail-oriented professional with extensive field experience and a strong commitment to safety and compliance.
  • US Employment Authorization without needing sponsorship
  • See Education/Training requirements
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • A valid Driver's License and compliance with PACIFIC's Vehicle Policy
  • Proficiency with common Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat (PDF files)
  • 3+ References from Clients

Preferred Experience:
  • Prior experience with night work, extended lane closures, and ramp closures
  • Prior documented experience with ADA Ramps, MGS, Striping
  • Familiarity with working under COZEEP coordination
  • North County San Diego residency or familiarity with the project area (preferred for response time and efficiency)

Minimum Education/Training
  • High school diploma (or equivalent)
  • Higher education level is preferred.
  • EIT or PE is preferred.

Compensation
  • Prevailing Wage Position


Compensation: $75.00 - $150.00 per hour

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