Construction Inspector

UNICO Engineering, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

UNICO Engineering, Inc. in San Diego seeks a seasoned Construction Inspector with 5+ years of experience in transportation, structures and utilities.

The role involves inspecting roadways, bridges, curb, gutter, and utilities, and ensuring compliance with Caltrans standards and local agency requirements. You will prepare daily reports, coordinate with clients and teams, review plans, and assist engineers with schedules and change orders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in transportation, structures and utility projects.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a construction inspector capacity.
• Thorough understanding of Caltrans standards and local agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily inspections and complete documentation including daily reports and project photos.
• Coordinate with clients, owners, consultants, contractors and materials testers.
• Assist Resident Engineers and provide input on schedule, change orders, and communications.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Monitor construction for compliance with project documents and policies.
• Measure and document quantities of installed materials per client procedures.
• Inspect road and bridge construction per Caltrans Standards.
• Communicate with project team and provide recommendations.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Documentation

CAL OSHA knowledge

Bridge construction inspection

Education

High school diploma

College preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview

UNICO Engineering provides high quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations.

UNICO is a fast-growing consulting firm with significant opportunities for upward mobility. UNICO supports professional development and continuing education. Fun, flexible work environment and competitive compensation and benefits.

Position Details

UNICO is seeking a seasoned Construction Inspector in the San Diego area who has experience dealing with different types of infrastructure including roadways and paving, structures (bridges), curb, gutter, sidewalk, underground utilities, earthwork, etc. Must have five years of applicable experience. Must possess a thorough understanding of plans and specifications, Caltrans, and local agency requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (included but are not limited to)

• Provide daily inspections and complete documentation including daily reports, project photographs, etc.
• Coordinate with clients/owners, other consultants, contractors, materials testers and others involved with the project.
• Assist Resident Engineers and provide input on project schedule, extra work bills, potential change orders, and communication with businesses and residents.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications
• Monitor construction for compliance with project documents including collecting and checking material tags and certificates of compliance
• Measure, calculate, and document quantities of installed materials in accordance with client policies and procedures
• Inspect road and bridge construction (based on Caltrans Standards), including checking grades, formwork, rebar placement, concrete batch tickets, curing method, etc.
• Communicate with project team members and provide recommendations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Skills And Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Ability to use computer to complete project documentation
• Thorough understanding of CAL OSHA practices and procedures
• Bridge construction inspection experience required
• Knowledge of Caltrans procedures and standards highly preferred
• Ability to pass a pre employment drug screening
• Clean Drivers license and DMV record required
• Education/Experience:
• Minimum 5 years' experience for transportation, structures and utility projects
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a construction inspectors' capacity
• High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred)

Education/Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience for transportation, structures and utility projects
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a construction inspectors' capacity
• High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred)

Perks

• Competitive salary (prevailing wage paid for inspection work) and comprehensive benefits package

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and over), medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (including sexual harassment, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law.