Construction Inspector 2

HDR, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employee ownership

Retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Responsibilities include inspecting roadway, utilities, and structures, reviewing plans for issues, and assisting in change orders. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of field inspection experience and a strong documentation skill set. HDR offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Drug-screening and random testing after hire.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and engineering duties including HMA, pavement, and structures inspection per Caltrans standards.
• Review project plans, identify issues, and assist in change orders.
• Adhere to safety regulations and prepare daily diaries.
• Prepare calculations, records, and reports per Caltrans manual.
• Assist in As-Built plans and field condition documentation.
• Coordinate materials testing with QA entities.
• Communicate with Caltrans RE and contractors to resolve field issues.
• Assist with punchlists, closeout documentation, and final reports.
• Be flexible to work days, nights, or weekends on heavy construction.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school or associate degree

Tools

Prolog

Primavera

Job description

Job Overview

HDR is seeking a qualified and experienced Construction Inspector to perform inspection for Roadway, Utilities, Civil and Structures construction for the Interstate 5 (I-5) Improvement Project between Yale Avenue and State Route 55 (SR-55). The project is funded through Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and the Construction Contract will be administered by Caltrans. Therefore, the Construction Inspector must have Caltrans experience and shall be knowledgeable of, and comply with, all applicable local (City of Tustin and Irvine), Caltrans, and federal (FHA) regulations; cooperate and consult with Caltrans and OCTA officials during the course of the contract; and perform other duties as may be required to assure that the construction is being performed in accordance with the project plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in performing the duties of construction inspection and engineering including: HMA, JPCP, CRCP paving and subgrade inspection; structures inspection for large diameter CIDH piles, driven piles, columns, falsework, temporary shoring, CIP RCB Post Tension Bridges, Precast Girder Bridges, Bridge Deck construction and rehabilitation, CIP Retaining Walls, Ground Anchor / Soil Nail Retaining Walls; electrical inspection for temporary and permanent traffic signals, FO communication system, Inner-connect system; drainage; signing and striping inspection; landscape and irrigation; quantity calculations, checking grade and alignment, construction traffic control, and ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications to Caltrans Standards.
• Review the project plans and specifications for possible errors and deficiencies and report such findings to the RE. Identify actual and potential problems associated with the construction project and recommend sound engineering solutions to the RE. If the RE determines that changes are necessary, Construction Inspector shall assist in implementing and processing of “Change Orders” in accordance with Caltrans' Standard Specifications.
• Adhere to all safety and health code and regulations and enforce applicable contract provisions for the protection of the public and project personnel. Prepare Assistant RE daily diaries in accordance with the Caltrans construction manual.
• Prepare calculations, records, reports, and correspondence related to project activities in accordance with the Caltrans construction manual.
• Assist in the preparation of As-Built plans in accordance with the Caltrans construction manual.
• Assist in preparing / documenting actual field conditions for claims reports and be available for any claims settlements meetings.
• Assist in performing Storm Water Pollution Prevention (SWPP) duties in accordance with the Caltrans construction manual.
• Assist in develop 4-scale drawings, grade / elevation sheets for various elements of Bridge and Wall construction and verify the grades for various elements of the structures in the field using basic surveying principals and tools in accordance with contract documents, Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the Caltrans Bridge Construction Records and Procedures (BCRP) manual.
• Coordinate materials sampling and testing with Caltrans, METS or other QA entities.
• Communicate with the Caltrans RE, Structures Representative, contractor personnel, and agency stakeholders to resolve field issues.
• Assist with punchlists, closeout documentation, and final reports for structural work.
• Able to be flexible and work days, nights, and/or weekends in heavy construction at elevated heights, if needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or associate degree
• Previous Caltrans experience
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• 10 years' experience working in construction inspection and management
• This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with HDR's vehicle policy
• Experience with Prolog, Primavera, etc. desired

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $65,000 to $93,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)