Electrical Construction Inspector

Parsons is looking for an Electrical Construction Inspector to join our Water/Wastewater Group in Pasadena, CA. This onsite role involves construction observation of wastewater pumping and treatment plant facilities in Orange County, CA.

Primary work is in the field. This 8‑hour workday, Monday‑Friday position may require overtime, nights, or weekends. The role includes exposure to inclement weather and hazardous conditions such as operating construction equipment, excavations, trenches, confined spaces, scaffolding, lifts, public roadways, and similar environments. Ladders may need to be climbed and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.

• Observe and document construction of wastewater facilities to confirm compliance with construction contract documents.
• Perform plan reviews and field inspections of electrical infrastructure, including motor control centers, variable frequency drives, pumps, blowers, lighting, HVAC equipment, duct banks, pull boxes, fiber and communications, poles, cabinets, controllers, etc.
• Report to a Construction Manager and/or Resident Engineer; may lead other inspectors in tasks such as compliance monitoring of electrical installations, daily inspection coordination, testing oversight, commissioning, and verification of contract document compliance.

• Knowledge and experience with equipment used in pumping station and wastewater treatment plant construction inspection, surveying, and construction office engineering.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and processes for installation of electrical systems in major industrial buildings and wastewater pumping and treatment facility construction; familiarity with Electrical Safety Orders of OSHA and rules for overhead line construction of the Public Utilities Commission; methods for testing performance of electrical systems; service connection requirements; principles of effective supervision.
• Thorough understanding of electrical work and instrumentation used in wastewater pumping station and treatment plant facilities.
• Basic knowledge of electrical code.
• Understanding of construction safety, quality control, and general construction contracts.
• Ability to use and interpret contract documents, drawings, schedules, and quality control plans for complex construction projects, specifically P&, single‑line diagrams, and conduit schedules.
• Strong communication skills for reporting and other communications.
• Strong focus on construction safety.
• Physical ability to climb ladders extensively and to enter awkward and confined spaces regularly.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to discuss project issues with contractors, project team, and clients, including conflict resolution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

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This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

Salary range: $15.68 - $71.30 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Parsons is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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