Inspector, Electrical​/IT Los Angeles, CA

Position: Inspector, Electrical/IT New Los Angeles, CA

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EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award‑winning firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to local, state, federal government agencies, utility companies and private clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Position: Senior Electrical Estimator/Engineer

Salary Range: $62 – $67 hourly

Type: Full‑time

Employee Benefits: NO PER DIEM. These are W2, long‑term jobs with full benefits. NO relocation packages.

Position Summary

The Electrical/IT Inspector will support LAWA’s electrical construction inspection and work as a member of LAWA Quality Assurance & Construction across multiple projects within LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program.

Professional Experience Level /

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years or more experience performing electrical/IT inspections for building construction.
• Current ICC Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector.
• Proof of NFPA 70E standards training within the last 3 years.
• Proof of Cal‑OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years.
• Training & knowledge of NFPA 70, 70E, & 72.
• Fall protection and harness training.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience at the journeyman level as an electrician, with a focus on installation and repair of electrical systems in public works, institutional, commercial, or industrial settings.
• Experience overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
• Involvement in complex projects that require coordination with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and city officials.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies, ensuring that all aspects of construction meet the required standards.
• Must be open to learning the prescriptive items required by the agency.
• A strong understanding of diverse code requirements.
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.

Essential

Job Duties

• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of electrical and IT systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications, and review & interpret construction documents including blueprints, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports that clearly document the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all observed construction activities.
• Verify contractor compliance with local and national electrical codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70, 70E, 72) and LAWA‑specific standards.
• Track and document time‑and‑material work, field changes, and job quantities.
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third‑party agencies as needed.
• Perform inspections of electrical installations including underground utilities and duct banks; high‑voltage switch gear and electrical panels; conduit racks, conductors, and grounding systems; interior and exterior lighting systems; fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM‑200 suppression systems; electrical shutdowns, lockout/tagout procedures, and breaker coordination.
• Inspect IT infrastructure installations such as low‑voltage systems (voice/data, security, access control); door card readers, security cameras, and public address (P.A.) systems; communication cabling and equipment rooms.

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Knowledge of project management information software used for inspection/document control (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, Bluebeam).
• Computer proficiency to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents efficiently.

Education / Training

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For tasks on the airfield, 3 years or more of experience with airfield lighting is required.

Element‑Specific Requirements/Notes

• May assume other duties as required.
• May be required to work various shifts, including day, swing, and night.
• Shall be open to work modified schedules, including nights and weekends, as dictated by the contractors' work activities and accelerated project schedules.
• Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks is preferred.

Required Documents for Application

• Most updated resume.
• Certifications or licenses obtained.
• 3–4 professional references.
• Project list with values, dates, and company of any projects worked.

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