Construction Inspector (Santa Barbara and Ventura County)

UNICO Engineering, Inc.; Camarillo (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and Dependent Care FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

UNICO Engineering is seeking a seasoned Construction Inspector in California with 5+ years of experience to inspect roadways, bridges, culverts, curb and utilities in line with Caltrans standards. You will verify plans, conduct daily inspections, and maintain meticulous project records.

The role requires strong communication, OSHA knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders on active infrastructure projects. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation, structures and utility projects.
• 5+ years’ experience in a construction inspector capacity.
• High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide daily inspections and complete documentation including daily reports and project photographs.
• Coordinate with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, and testers.
• Assist Resident Engineers and provide input on project schedule, change orders, and communications with stakeholders.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Monitor construction for compliance with project documents and quality control.
• Measure, document quantities of installed materials per policies.
• Inspect road and bridge construction per Caltrans standards.
• Communicate with project team and provide recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

MS Office Suite

Project documentation

CAL OSHA knowledge

Bridge inspection experience

Caltrans standards knowledge

Pre-employment drug screening

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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.

UNICO is seeking a seasoned Construction Inspector who has experience dealing with different types of infrastructure including roadways and paving, structures (bridges), curb, gutter, sidewalk, underground utilities, earthwork, etc. Must have 5 years of applicable experience. Must possess a thorough understanding of plans and specifications, Caltrans, and local agency requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include 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.

Requirements

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)

Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401K, PTO and paid holidays. Energizing, fast-paced, nimble and expanding company with plenty of opportunities for career growth.

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

As an 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