Construction Inspector

ACTalent; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax benefits

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Inspector to be onsite at Oxnard, CA, for water and wastewater treatment plant projects. You will act as the owner's field representative, inspecting civil, structural, mechanical, and utility work while coordinating with contractors, engineers, and client staff.

The role emphasizes independent fieldwork, detailed documentation, and mentorship of junior inspectors, with a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule and a team of 4–5 members onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting water or wastewater infrastructure.
• Knowledge of earthwork, concrete, and utility construction.
• Proficiency in field reporting and maintaining daily diaries.
• OSHA Construction Safety knowledge.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction activities at water and wastewater facilities.
• Review plans for constructability and identify issues.
• Plan and perform daily site inspections.
• Coordinate outages with owner staff.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain diaries.
• Maintain project records and as-built drawings.
• Measure and verify quantities; prepare pay estimates.
• Mentor junior inspectors and collaborate with team.

Skills

Field inspection

Construction knowledge

OSHA compliance

Documentation

Communication

Independence

Mentoring

Reporting proficiency

High school diploma

25 years experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Construction InspectorJob Description

The Construction Inspector will be onsite at active water and wastewater treatment plant projects, providing field inspection services to ensure construction is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards. This role serves as the owners representative in the field and works closely with contractors, engineers, and client staff throughout construction.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction activities related to water and wastewater treatment facilities, including civil, structural, mechanical, and utility work.
• Review contract plans and specifications for constructability, identifying errors, omissions, conflicts, and potential problem areas.
• Schedule, plan, coordinate, and perform daily site inspections.
• Coordinate construction-related system outages with owner and facility operations staff.
• Prepare complete and accurate daily inspection reports and maintain a detailed daily diary.
• Maintain comprehensive project records, including inspection reports, correspondence, and photo documentation.
• Track construction progress, changed conditions, and maintain as-built drawings.
• Measure, document, and verify quantities of work completed; prepare monthly quantity and pay estimates.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, and owner representatives.
• Provide oversight to junior-level Construction Inspectors, as assigned.
• Mentor and assist with training of junior inspection staff.

Essential Skills

• In-depth knowledge of construction specifications, methods, materials, and equipment used in water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of earthwork and utility construction, including soil compaction, density testing procedures, trenching, and backfill.
• Understanding of concrete construction, including placement, curing, sampling, and basic reinforcement practices.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction Safety Orders and safe work practices.
• Ability to maintain clear, neat, and accurate field documentation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an active construction environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and standard office software for reporting and recordkeeping.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 25 years of responsible construction inspection experience, preferably on water, wastewater, or heavy civil projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with water treatment, construction inspection, civil, concrete, and structural inspection.
• Familiarity with ICC, civil construction, and soil-related inspections.

Work Environment

The work environment is onsite at a water treatment plant, which can be loud at times with noticeable odors and active construction. The team consists of 4-5 members, and the dress code is casual for onsite work. The work hours are from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The culture encourages independence and teamwork, seeking candidates who can contribute effectively when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oxnard, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $40.87/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oxnard, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oxnard,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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