Junior Structural Field Inspector

Mozamo Engineering, Inc.; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mozamo Engineering, Inc. seeks an Assistant Structure Representative to assist in highway construction projects. The role involves performing inspections, documenting compliance, guiding field staff, and maintaining project records. Ideal candidates will have a two-year degree in pre-engineering and experience in construction inspections. A commitment to safety in outdoor environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of construction inspection experience, preferably with Caltrans.
• Certification in concrete sampling and testing (ACI or CTM 500).
• Valid California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and engineering inspections.
• Document observations through daily diaries and photos.
• Communicate with contractors regarding compliance and quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Issue resolution

Conflict management

Strong organizational skills

Professional judgment

Education

Two-year degree in pre-engineering

Bachelor’s in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

About Mozamo Engineering

Are you interested in working on some of the most impactful bridge, roadway, transportation, and infrastructure projects in California? At Mozamo Engineering we strive to stay true to our values of honesty, accountability, and results. We take pride in our capabilities and the work we do. We recruit, hire, train and retain the most talented professionals in the industry to provide our clients with the best support possible. Come work at a company where you will be part of a team of high performing and highly engaged professionals that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career, a place where your team values you and management creates an environment for everyone to thrive.

Description

Assistant Structure Representative

About Mozamo Engineering

Are you interested in working on some of the most impactful bridge, roadway, transportation, and infrastructure projects in California? At Mozamo Engineering we strive to stay true to our values of honesty, accountability, and results. We take pride in our capabilities and the work we do. We recruit, hire, train and retain the most talented professionals in the industry to provide our clients with the best support possible. Come work at a company where you will be part of a team of high performing and highly engaged professionals that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career, a place where your team values you and management creates an environment for everyone to thrive.

Position Summary

Mozamo is seeking an Assistant Structure Representative to work on projects in Santa Cruz, CA. The Assistant Structure Representative assists the Structure Representative and Resident Engineer and works as a field engineer/inspector to ensure contractors build structures in compliance with the contract documents on highway construction projects. Highway construction projects involve bridges, buildings, walls, barriers, drainage structures, and sign structures.

Responsibilities

• Performs construction and engineering inspections to assure materials and workmanship incorporated in the construction project conform with the requirements of the approved plans and specifications, including approved changes.
• Provides timely updates to the client, supervisor and Structure Representative.
• Documents observations of construction activities through daily diaries and photos.
• Performs required calculations such as alignment, grade (elevation control), quantities of work performed, or materials placed.
• Assists with monthly progress pay estimates.
• Develops contract quantity estimate documents at least once monthly and as materials are placed.
• Reviews submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings to ensure compliance with the requirements of the approved plans and specifications.
• Provides guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
• Collaborates with other field representatives or project leads.
• Records and files project related records pertaining to construction progress including daily reports, submittals, shop drawings, monthly pay estimates, and job expenditures.
• Assists the project lead in preparing final project closeout documents, including the resolution of potential claims.
• Confers with contractors regarding compliance with plans, quality of work, construction activity, and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Effective written, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team, which includes staff, clients, and outside agencies.
• Efficiently resolves issues and conflicts.
• Strong organizational skills, including an ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to make good decisions using professional judgment.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a two-year degree from a pre-engineering program.
• Two years of experience performing the duties as am Assistant Structures Representative for construction inspection projects (Caltrans experience preferred).
• Experienced and certified in field concrete sampling and testing (ACI Field Technician I and/or CTM 500 series)
• Proficient using computer software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work some nights and some weekends as required.
• Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
• Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites, including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
• Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Requires close visual acuity to review and interpret plan details.
• Must be able to survey and inspect construction sites in rough terrain and variable temperatures.
• Valid California Driver’s License required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in civil engineering or Engineer-in-Training certificate.
• Registered professional engineer licensed in the State of California.
• Knowledge and experience with Caltrans specifications.
• Possess a valid Standard First Aid Certificate.