Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector

Position Summary
The Construction Inspector will be responsible for inspecting construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and other public works projects in accordance with plans and specifications; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large or complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing projects.

• Attends pre‑construction meetings.
• Prepares a written daily report documenting construction activities, including contractor labor, equipment, daily construction progress, project site visitors, non‑conforming work, safety issues, traffic control, field measured quantities, field discussions with the contractor and public, takes daily project photos, change order work performed, and weather.
• Prepares a timesheet daily which records all hours worked, along with vacation, holidays, and sick leave taken.
• Consults with Resident Engineers, Bridge Engineers, Project Engineers, other project representatives, and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems.
• Prepares quantity calculation sheets to support monthly progress payments to construction contractors.
• Coordinates field testing of construction materials and construction surveys.
• Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans for compliance with approved safety standards.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Performs construction record‑keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; prepares reports.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Must be familiar with construction inspection techniques associated with the construction of roadways, highways, bridges, light rail, heavy rail, airports, utilities, marine facilities, ports, and other infrastructure facilities, when required by their current assignments.
• Must be familiar with regulatory requirements such as Cal Osha, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), US Department of Fish and Wildlife, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, and other regulatory agencies as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in roadway construction inspection of roadways mandatory.
• Strong communication, verbal and written skills required.
• Basic computer skills required:
  Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Caltrans or other public agency experience highly desired.
• CHST Certification preferable.
• Knowledge of Caltrans and Local Agency Standard Plans and Specifications and Greenbook.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate is regularly required to sit for up to 6 to 8 hours per day while working at a computer, during meetings or while driving.

Walking up to 2 hours per day while performing field visits. Ability to see well enough to function in a typical office environment and read standard text on paper and electronic screen of a computer or handheld device. The associate frequently is required to use hands. Repetitive reaching, repetitive hand use, physical agility to perform tasks requiring a full range of body movements including lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, balancing, squatting, climbing, crawling, kneeling, or assuming crouched positions.

Repetitive arm, hand, finger,…